Ryan Family Y Playhouse Lead

The Y Playhouse Lead is responsible for creating a safe, welcoming, engaging, and fun environment for children ages infant through 10 years old while parents utilize the YMCA facility. This position provides active supervision, leads daily activities, supports staff, maintains safety standards, and ensures all children and families have a positive YMCA experience. The Y Playhouse Lead will model YMCA values by creating meaningful interactions with children, building relationships with families, and maintaining a clean and organized play environment.    Responsibilities: Provide active supervision of children at all times Ensure children are safe, engaged, and accounted for while in the playhouse Plan and lead age-appropriate activities including: Crafts Games Story time Sensory play STEM/science activities Movement and creative play Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for children of all abilities Redirect challenging behaviors using positive guidance techniques Support children with special needs with patience and understanding Maintain cleanliness and organization of the playhouse area Enforce YMCA policies and safety procedures Communicate professionally and positively with parents and guardians Assist with opening and closing procedures Monitor supplies and notify leadership when materials are low Support and guide playhouse staff and teen workers as needed Complete incident reports and documentation when required Ensure proper child check-in and check-out procedures are followed Build relationships with members and help create a family-friendly YMCA atmosphere Part-time/ Flexible hours including mornings, evenings and weekends/ Parent Night Out events   Additional Duties: Maintain accurate attendance records. Report any incidents, accidents, or concerns to the Youth Programs Coordinator/Director immediately. Active supervision at all times Reliable and dependable Team player with positive attitude Ability to engage children instead of passive supervision Comfortable having difficult conversations with parents when needed Ability to lead staff and set expectations professionally.   Qualifications: Minimum age: 18 years old Experience working with children ages infant–10 years preferred Previous childcare, daycare, camp, or youth program experience preferred Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to work independently and multitask Comfortable handling difficult behaviors calmly and professionally Creative, energetic, and patient personality CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or ability to obtain) Must pass background check   MISSIONTo put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.AREAS OF IMPACTThe YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include: Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential. Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being. Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities.