Bloomington-Normal YMCA Volunteer Position Description
POSITION TITLE: CHILD WATCH SUPPORT
PURPOSE/GOAL: Assist the Child Watch Team Members in interacting with children who visit the Child Watch area.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age of 16. Must possess a friendly disposition and enjoy working with children.
SUPERVISED BY: Child Watch Supervisor
POSITION EXPECTATIONS:
- Review all Child Watch policies and procedures with Child Watch Supervisor prior to the start of volunteering.
- Assist Child Watch Team Members in various areas within Child Watch including, but not limited to; play structure, arts/crafts, infant/toddler area and reading area.
- Assist Child Watch Team Members with cleaning duties within the Child Watch area.
OUTCOME:
- Establish a positive relationship with children and families in the YMCA.
- Generation of positive feelings from being one of the YMCA’s volunteers.
VOLUNTEER RIGHTS:
- To do meaningful and satisfying work.
- To be carefully assigned to projects which meet your interests and needs.
- To be oriented to the YMCA and trained appropriately for your work assignments.
- To receive supervision and guidance throughout your volunteer experience.
- To have your service hours documented (certificate or letter) upon request and be properly appreciated and recognized for your contributions.
VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Dress in assigned dress code, including YMCA nametag and YMCA t-shirt, when appropriate.
- Participate/Volunteer with enthusiasm and commitment.
- Be open and honest with the YMCA about your expectations and abilities.
- Participate in orientation process (e.g., background checks, paperwork and training).
- Fulfill time and task commitments.
- Serve as an ambassador of the YMCA. Upholds core values at all times.
I understand the expectations of this volunteer position and will do my best to champion the efforts and uphold the mission of the Bloomington Normal YMCA.