- Office in Ballwin
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
SUPERVISOR: Recreation Manager
SALARY: Starting Salary $14.00 per hour
LOCATION: The Pointe at Ballwin Commons, # 1 Ballwin Commons Circle
SHIFTS INCLUDE: 5 - 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Monday through Saturday
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the supervision and care of children left at the babysitting room of The Pointe at Ballwin Commons while their guardian(s) use the recreation facilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Supervision of children between the ages of 3 months and 8 years old during the time period that their guardian(s) are using the recreation facility.
- Responsible for the well being of all the children left under the staff's care.
- Collects admission tickets and communicates with parents/guardians the child's activities and behavior during their time the babysitting room.
- Responsible for keeping the babysitting room organized and safe for the children using the babysitting service.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLITIES REQUIRED:
- Ability to work with the public and staff in a professional manner.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently without routine supervision.
- Maintain a positive self image and department image for the City of Ballwin.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff, community organizations, and general public.
- Ability to communicate and understand the needs of children well enough to provide safe and efficient childcare.
EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM THE JOB:
- TV/DVD, dishwasher, copy machine
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age or older.
- Must be able to work evenings and some weekends.
- Prior work experience with children is essential.
- Ability to develop and maintain a professional working relationship with parents and children involved with the programs.
