Recreation and Leisure Program Staff

Job Title: Child Care Attendant

Department:Fitness

Reports to: Youth Program Director

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: 

 

The Recreation and Leisure Program Staff is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children in our Recreation and Leisure programs. The candidate will plan, develop and implement programs to meet the needs of of our members and program participants. They will help to gather materials , account for materials , track materials . Evaluate the program at  the end and make suggestions for new programs.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision & Safety

• Actively work with the children during  recreation and leisure programs .
• Maintain a clean, secure, and child-friendly environment.
• Follow all safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Engagement & Interaction

• Organize and lead age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts, story time, and free play.
• Promote a positive and respectful atmosphere among children.
• Provide comfort and basic care for children as needed (e.g., feeding, diapering, conflict resolution).

Parent & Staff Communication

• Greet parents/guardians, manage check-in and check-out procedures.
• Communicate any concerns, behavioral issues, or incidents promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other staff to support child care program standards.

Facility Support

• Sanitize toys, equipment, and play areas regularly in compliance with health standards.
• Monitor supply inventory and inform supervisor of needs.
• Follow all facility policies, licensing regulations, and COVID-19 safety protocols if applicable.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in child care, babysitting, or early childhood education preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Skills & Competencies

• Friendly, patient, and attentive with strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple children with varying needs and energy levels.
• Reliable, punctual, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Function

Seldom

Occasionally

Frequently

Stationary Position -- Sitting or Standing

 

 

X

Active Position -- Walking, jogging, running

X

 

 

Use of hands/fingers -- Operate, Use, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Prepare, activate

 

 

X

Climb/Balance -- Stairs, ladders, ropes, equipment, beams

X

 

 

Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl -- Position self, move

 

X

 

Talk/hear -- communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information

 

 

X

See -- Detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess

 

 

X

Carry weight, lift -- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or less

 

X

 

Carry weight, lift -- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or more

X

 

 

Exposure to -- Exposed, work around, chemicals, odors, smells, noise, indoors or outdoors, heat, cool.

X

 

 

 

DISCLAIMER

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. Supervisors may revise and/or add duties to reflect these changes. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Arch Amenities Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qual