Babysitter - City of Ballwin

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation

SUPERVISOR: Recreation Manager

SALARY: Starting Salary $11:15 per hour

LOCATION: The Pointe at Ballwin Commons, # 1 Ballwin Commons Circle

SHIFTS: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Monday through Saturday

5 - 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday

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 16 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work mornings and days.
• Prior work experience with children is essential.
• Ability to develop and maintain a professional working relationship with parents and children involved with the programs.