YMCA Child Watch Caregiver

DescriptionCHANGE LIVES. INCLUDING YOURS.

As a Child Watch Caregiver, you will provide care for infants to 10 year olds in a drop-in childcare environment. This job is located at the Main YMCA at 1608 North Washington Street in Bismarck.

Ashley Pederson, YDC Teacher said, "I love my job for many reasons! First, I came to YDC after the center I worked at for 9 years had closed. I only knew two people, but right away everyone made me feel so welcome! Being a childcare provider is the most rewarding career, and I couldn't imagine doing anything else!"

We offer a fun, flexible, rewarding work environment and FREE YMCA Membership for all staff members!

Child Watch employees may bring up to 3 of their own children to work with them!

In this role, you can look forward to:

Being a role model
Assuring that children receive safe playtime, snacks, learning activities, diaper changing, and bathroom breaks
Using appropriate disciplinary methods
Observing children and communicating appropriately with parents
Helping maintain a clean, safe environment by assuring that cleaning duties are completed
Attending and be an active participant at staff meetings

Part Time Shifts Available:

Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-12:30 pm
Monday-Thursday, 4:00 pm-7:00 pm

QualificationsWe are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Previous experience working in a childcare setting preferred, but not required. Must have the ability to handle competing demands and effectively communicate with parents regarding the child's activities, behavior, eating, etc. CPR & First Aid Certification and Child Abuse prevention training courses must be completed within 90 days of hire and are provided by the YMCA. This job is open to candidates ages 14 and older.

Child Watch is a drop-in childcare program that provides members a safe, fun and supervised place for their children while they utilize the facility.

YMCA is a powerful non-profit association of men, women, and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We offer a wide variety of programming and wellness opportunities to individuals and families of all kinds.

We are proud recipients of the Prairie Business Magazine 50 Best Places to Work award from 2018 to 2025, which recognizes ND, SD and MN employers who are nominated by their employees.

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