Child Care Assistant | 32 hour per week | Kid Zone

Great River Health•West Burlington, IA

1d•$16

About The Position

Care for children by creating a safe, developmentally appropriate environment that supports their physical, cognitive, and emotional needs through hands-on interaction. Build partnerships with families and co-workers to best support the children in care. The role may involve attending to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions, and performing tasks such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play. This position is listed as 32 hours per week, with variable scheduled hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; listed as preferred.
Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire.
Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter training through the Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide daily care for children, including diaper changing, potty training, and preparing and serving meals and snacks.
Supervise children through hands-on interaction and maintain a safe environment.
Support children's emotional and social development and encourage positive behavior.
Maintain positive relationships with families and enter daily care information in the ProCare Parent Engagement App.
Recognize common childhood diseases and signs of physical or emotional abuse.
Collaborate with teaching staff and follow instructions from supervisors and Room Leads.

Benefits

Competitive base pay, starting at $15.50 per hour.
Matching retirement programs.
Health, dental, and vision plans.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee discounts, including car rental and cell-phone plans.
Employer-paid long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
Paid time off (PTO).
Education Assistance Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Referral Bonus Program.
Discounted cafeteria meals.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Service Recognition program.
Voluntary plans including life, AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity.