Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences in the lives of those around you. You can expect to be given the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a positive work environment. At the Y, we work hard to serve all people and strengthen our community. As an employee of the Y, you will join a team with the shared commitment of nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors. If you’re looking for a purpose, you don’t have to look any further.

Why you’ll love the YMCA

As a part-time staff member, you will receive a free individual membership or 65% off family membership and 50% discounted programs for you and your household.

Other perks our Y employees enjoy:

• Personal Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career.
• Childcare: While working, up to three hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular child watch hours, also enjoy 50% discounted before and after school care and summer day camp options.
• Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!

Responsibilities

The Jackson R. Lehman Family YMCA is seeking a nurturing and responsible part-time Child Watch Care Giver to provide care for children in our Child Watch program by delivering a quality member experience and providing a fun, secure, enriching, and YMCA core value-focused child care program for up to 3 hours, while members are in the facility.

• Nurture: Actively engage and interact with program participants at all times.
• Care: Provide children with adequate attention without ignoring others.
• Connect: Have a warm, engaging, and friendly demeanor that is able to connect quickly with program participants, parents, and supervisors.

Requirements

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne, as well as

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Reliable transportation to attend work.
• Experience in the supervision of multiple children with high levels of patience and enthusiasm.
• Excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Ability to handle situations quickly, kindly, and fairly.
• Ability to relate to, welcome, and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.

Salary: Part-time $10.00-$10.50 hourly

Hours Available: Morning, Afternoon and Evening Shifts

Location: Jackson R. Lehman Family YMCA, 5680 YMCA Dr. West, Fort Wayne, IN 46835