Childcare Specialist P/T
About The Position
The Childcare Specialist provides a safe, structured environment and meets the physical needs of children receiving services in the Emergency Shelter. The role includes caring for children in the Shelter and Group Homes and accommodating scheduling needs in both settings. The position involves preparing or arranging meals and snacks, maintaining the home environment, supporting children’s hygiene and activities, coordinating and providing transportation, and applying Trauma Informed Care and a Person-Centered Approach in daily interactions. The Specialist follows direction from Team Leaders and Supervisors, attends required staff meetings and in-services, and performs other duties as requested by the Supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience working with children in a group setting.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety certifications.
- Must be physically capable of driving an automobile safely.
- Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds, stoop, bend, kneel, stand or walk for up to four hours, and participate in continuous activity with children.
- Must be physically able to participate in and complete PCM Practitioner Level 2 certification (Professional Crisis Management).
Responsibilities
- Provide for the physical needs of children.
- Prepare, or arrange for, daily meals and snacks.
- Follow direction from Team Leaders and Supervisors.
- Maintain a safe and structured home environment.
- Coordinate children’s transportation to extracurricular activities with other staff.
- Provide transportation for children as needed.
- Accompany children to activities and assist other staff in engaging children in those activities.
- Integrate the Trauma Informed Care Model and Person-Centered Approach into procedures, practices, and daily interactions.
- Supervise proper hygiene routines.
- Perform general housekeeping, including laundry and upkeep of bathrooms, the kitchen, and common areas.
- Attend staff meetings and in-services as required.
- Be available and flexible to accommodate scheduling needs in the Shelter and Group Homes.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
