Childcare Assistant Part-Time

Sonoma County Indian Health Project • Santa Rosa, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Behavioral Health Director, the Childcare Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring quality care for children while their parents participate in SCIHP evening group classes. The Childcare Assistant creates a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for the children, allowing parents to focus on their therapeutic sessions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPR -Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer college credit in early childhood/elementary education, child development, youth program or related behavioral sciences.
• Previous experience in childcare or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Always provides child supervision, attentive care to children.
• Ensuring safety, comfort, and well-being.
• Must be patient and can handle various behaviors and emotions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Provide a warm, caring, professional, creative and positive attitude.
• Flexibility must have the ability to adapt to changing schedules and children’s needs.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background investigation.
• All employees must be sensitive to the needs of the Native American community, demonstrate a deep understanding and respect for the diverse cultural heritage, traditions, and historical context of the Native American community.

What This Job Offers

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