Child Care Worker - Broome

Children•Binghamton, NY

10d

About The Position

Children's Home is hiring a Child Care Worker to support children from challenging backgrounds in residential and community settings. The role involves working with youth of all ages, building therapeutic relationships, supporting children’s development, and promoting their physical and emotional well-being. Shifts include second shift, third shift, or relief (part-time). A driver's license is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 21 years of age required.
A valid driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in human services, mental or behavioral health, or with youth preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain therapeutic, positive relationships with children and their families.
Promote the growth of the guardian-child relationship.
Ensure the safety and well-being of children in care by supervising their whereabouts, attending to their needs, and remaining mindful of their individual life situations.
Communicate regularly with the unit supervisor, social worker, and medical staff as needed about each child's progress and behavioral, emotional, and medical needs.
Support each child's growth and development through instruction, counseling, and direction concerning personal conduct, hygiene, appearance, social skills, school, daily routines, and work habits.
Maintain the security of the unit and unit office areas.
Provide safe and responsible transportation for youth, families, and other Children's Home affiliates as required by program expectations.

Benefits

Student loan and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center.
Opportunities for professional development.
For full-time staff: agency-paid CEUs, license preparation course, and license exam.
For full-time staff: 403(b) plan with a 6% employer contribution.
For full-time staff: PTO and 9 paid holidays.
For full-time staff: childcare reimbursement.
For full-time staff: health, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA/FSA accounts.
For full-time staff: life insurance.