Child Watch Coordinator

OKLAHOMA MENTAL HEALTH COUNCIL • Lawton, OK

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About The Position

Provides childcare in a developmentally appropriate, positive, and safe program for children. Participates in activities with children and staff in a respectful way. Participates in beneficial trainings to promote a proactive and collaborative environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in child care
• Experience with trauma informed care.
• Flexible and demonstrates patience and sensitivity to participant needs.
• Commitment to the mission of Red Rock BHS
• Must have the ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time
• Ability to use telephone, PC, fax machine, copy machine, and printer
• Demonstrates the ability to lead and participate in active games with young children.
• Housekeeping responsibilities that may include physical capability to bend, stoop, climb, and move/lift objects up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the mental health environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintains strict confidentiality concerning all participants and records protected under Federal Regulation
• Attends staff meetings to discuss progress and concerns for program and families
• Attends required orientation and training and implement information into program
• Attends supervision meetings as set by Clinic Director
• Knowledge of policies and procedures
• Knowledge of educational methods and developmentally appropriate practices necessary to enhance the emotional, social and intellectual growth of children
• Knowledge of infant care, child psychology and/or early childhood behavior, growth and development
• Ability to use conflict resolution techniques with a variety of circumstances and individuals as able to use effective communication skills
• Responsible for keeping child care area neat, and clean while children are not present.
• Develops and implements activities for children (including but not limited to crafts, story time, and songs)
• Attends staff meetings, workshops, and seminars to learn Agency policy, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Work closely with Office Manager to maintain daily schedule for child care
• Maintains the health and safety of the child care area
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Maintain all supplies, equipment and materials; inform the Clinic Director when new/additional supplies are needed
• Performs other duties as required

Benefits

• We pay a generous portion of your Health Insurance
• Low-cost Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with employer contributions equal to 5% of annual salary
• Student Loan Repayment Options
• No Cost Employee Assistance Plan
• 3 Weeks Paid Time-Off (increases annually between years 2-10)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 1 Floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
• 4 Rest and Relaxation Days
• 3 days of Education Leave
• 4 hours of Volunteer Leave
• Eligible for Pay Increases and Bonuses Annually
• Employer Paid Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees