Child Watch Attendant The Child Watch Attendant is responsible for the care and safety of the children in Child Watch areas throughout the facility. Essential responsibilities include the safety, supervision, and active entertainment of all children placed in Child Watch areas. This includes maintaining readiness and cleanliness of the assigned Child Watch area by cleaning and organizing equipment, toys, and play areas as determined by protocols. Adherence to Safe From Harm program guidelines must be assured, and any suspicion of child abuse or Safe from Harm violations must be reported to the Membership Director or Child Watch Lead. All guidelines pertaining to the assigned Child Watch area must be enforced on a constant and consistent basis. Developmental activities with the children checked into child watch must be engaged in to ensure a quality experience during the child's stay. Check-in/checkout procedures for all children must be followed. Quality customer service to the members using Child Watch services must be provided, including information and answering questions about all programs and activities available at the Kroc Center. Clear communications with other departments must be maintained, and other assignments/duties as assigned must be performed. Prompt and courteous service to all members and day pass users utilizing Child Watch services must be provided, and departmental in-service trainings and staff meetings must be attended as assigned. Qualifications include one year experience working with children and infants, being at least 18 years old, the ability to read, write, and communicate in English with the preferred ability to also communicate in Spanish, and computer knowledge preferred. Certificates and licenses required include completing Safe From Harm training within 30 days, and keeping current, and having CPR/AED/First Aid or obtaining within 45 days, and keeping current. The Salvation Army offers the following benefits: free Kroc Membership and employee discounts. Mission statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Grand Rapids Kroc Center purpose statement: Sharing the love of Jesus Christ by providing life-changing experiences. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
