ChildWatch Counselor

YMCA of Central Texas

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Hutto, TX Until 8/22/2026 12+ years exp First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted March 26, 2025
Job description

Want to make a positive difference in the lives of children? Join our dynamic ChildWatch team at the Hutto Family YMCA!

Looking for caring, fun loving, energetic and creative individual who enjoys working with children. The ideal candidate needs to be a good communicator, problem solver, and be able to engage with children. Serving kids from ages 6 weeks -13 years old.

Available shifts: Morning weekdays 8am-12pm

We are offering $260 bonus for new staff!

Skills / Requirements:

  • High school Diploma/GED preferred
  • Must be able to be on your feet the entire length of your shift; lift up to 40lbs
  • Must be able to handle a busy environment
  • Must possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Must be certified in CPR/First Aid & Safety within the first 30 days of employment
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • 12 months experience working with children (preferred)
  • Be friendly, courteous, enthusiastic, possess a cooperative attitude, and be a team player
  • Be willing and able to work a variety of shifts, on weekends, and evenings
  • Have strong communication and organizational skills
  • Have a neat appearance and be well-groomed
  • Be CPR/AED and First Aid certified or willing to be certified within first 30 days of employment
  • Be willing to uphold the YMCAs core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, respect, and faith
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen, criminal history, sex offender and reference checks

Pay Rate: $13.00 to $15.00/hour

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!

About this role

Summary

Supervise and engage children, ensure safety, and provide excellent customer service.

Job title

ChildWatch Counselor

Experience level

12 months

Minimum experience

12+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Hutto, TX; remote work not allowed

Salary

$13k–$15k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

CPR/First Aid certificationcommunicationorganizationcustomer service

Preferred skills

experience with children

Specializations

childrencustomer servicecommunicationsafetyorganization
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hutto, TX 78634, USA

On-site City