Kids Club Staff - Plaistow YMCA

🌙 **Part-Time Evening Opportunity at the Plaistow YMCA – Kids’ Club Staff** 🌙 Do you enjoy working with children and want a rewarding, part-time evening job that makes a difference in your community? Join our Kids’ Club team at the Plaistow YMCA and help create a fun, safe, and welcoming space for kids while their parents enjoy the Y’s facilities. **About the Role** As a Kids’ Club Staff Member, you’ll engage children in age-appropriate activities that encourage creativity, play, and social growth. From games and crafts to story time and interactive play, you’ll help kids feel supported and included in a positive, nurturing environment. **What We’re Looking For** - Experience supervising children in childcare, play, or structured settings - Understanding of child development from infants through elementary age - Strong communication skills and a caring, compassionate approach - Creativity and energy to keep kids engaged and having fun **Why You’ll Love Working at the Y** - Free YMCA membership + program discounts - Paid training and ongoing professional development - Growth opportunities across 7 YMCA locations - Retirement plan with a 12% employer contribution (once vested, no match required) - Sick time accrual and a supportive team culture ✨ Perfect for college students, retirees, or anyone seeking a meaningful part-time evening role! ✅ **Must be at least 16 years old** ✅ Previous experience working with children or youth is preferred **Schedule Available: Evening 5:00-7:30** ### **Physical & Environmental Requirements** - Ability to lift at least **40 lbs** - Must be able to respond **quickly and appropriately** to unexpected situations, both physically and mentally *The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.*