Lost Children Lead

The Lost Children Lead will provide daily and weekly coordination of Lost Children Staff during the run of Fair. The lead will establish a child-friendly environment, suitable for children while waiting for the reunification with appropriate family members. The lead will oversee and maintain the purchase and sale of child support items, such as formula and diapers for guests during the Fair.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Activities and nurturing

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to care for and nurture children who have become separated from their family or caregiver while at the Fair

Must be willing and able to engage in activities with children to keep them busy while they are in our care and waiting to be picked up

2. Maintain Written Records for Children

Will provide regular leadership of the Lost Children Staff, ensuring compliance with all reporting and customer service aspects of the position

Will obtain and manage all information of children and families who require services during the run of the Fair, which will be turned over to the Director of the Child Development Center before the end of the shift each day

3. Public Relations and Professionalism

Must be able to maintain calm when dealing with upset adults

Must maintain professional conduct in representing the Los Angeles County Fair in dealing with all and any guests

Qualifications

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Must demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development, using positive child guidance techniques

• Must demonstrate good interpersonal relations, such as tact, patience and courtesy in dealing with children, families, and staff

• Must be able to multi-task

• Must have 3 years experience working with children in an organized setting