Child Minding Volunteer

Original job posting

The volunteer will supervise children during Adult Gym sessions by leading age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive environment and following all YMCA safety policies.

Job details

Reporting to the Manager of Community Programs, the Child Minding Volunteer is responsible for supervising and engaging children in age-appropriate activities during scheduled Adult Gym sessions. This volunteer role helps create a positive experience for participating families and supports the YMCA's commitment to building healthy, connected communities. QUICK FACTS * Position: Child Minding Volunteer * Location: Giant's Head Elementary School, Summerland, BC * Status: Volunteer * Reporting to: Manager of Community Programs * Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM * Program Dates: September 14 to December 18 * Future Opportunity: This volunteer opportunity may continue into the Winter session based on program participation and community response. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This volunteer position provides families with an opportunity to participate in YMCA wellness programming while knowing their children are being supervised in a safe and supportive environment. By creating positive experiences for children, volunteers help strengthen community connections and support healthy lifestyles for the whole family. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Provide attentive supervision for children during Adult Gym programming. * Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants. * Lead and support age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities. * Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and fellow volunteers. * Ensure YMCA policies and safety procedures are followed at all times. * Respond appropriately to children's needs and communicate concerns to YMCA staff. * Assist with setting up and tidying activity spaces before and after programs. * Promote YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusion. WHAT YOU BRING * Interest in working with children and supporting family programs. * Experience working with children is an asset. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Reliable, responsible, and positive attitude. * Enthusiasm for creating fun and engaging experiences for children. * Commitment to YMCA values and mission. WHO YOU ARE * Friendly and approachable. * Patient and compassionate. * Dependable and punctual. * Inclusive and respectful of diverse backgrounds and experiences. * Passionate about supporting community wellness and belonging. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS * Successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search. * Ability to commit to scheduled program dates and times. * Completion of YMCA onboarding and any required volunteer training. * Adherence to YMCA Child Protection policies and procedures. The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

What you’ll do

The volunteer will supervise children during Adult Gym sessions by leading age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive environment and following all YMCA safety policies.

Requirements

Candidates should have an interest in working with children and possess strong communication skills. A successful Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search is required for this position.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Child supervision
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Safety procedures
• Activity planning
• Relationship building
• Punctuality
• Compassion
• Patience
• Inclusion
• Positivity
• Safety Procedures
• Working With Children
• Interpersonal Communications
• Enthusiasm
• Honesty

Job areas

• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation
• Education
• Volunteer Leader
• Volunteer
• Unclassified Unit Group
• Unclassified Detailed Occupation
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