Child Care Worker (3673)

SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Provides care for children and infants in a church environment; changes diapers and clothes and ensures children and infants’ personal hygiene and safety; feeds and cleans children and infants; comforts and plays with children and infants; leads children’s activities for youth programs, including classroom training, tutoring, playground activities, bible study, and specialized programs; prepares and serves children snacks; maintains the cleanliness of the classroom/nursery area.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and
• 6 months experience working in a daycare environment preferred, or
• any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
• Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.
• Moderate amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying children and heavy objects (more than 25 lbs.) frequently.
• Ability to observe children and ensure their safety.

Responsibilities

• Child Care Responsibilities (90%)
• Cleaning Responsibilities (10%)

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• 403B Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED