Childcare Specialist P/T

JAFCO•Sunrise, FL

50d

About The Position

Position Summary: This person will provide a safe and structured environment as well as provide for the physical needs of the children receiving services in the Emergency Shelter. Role and Responsibilities This person’s job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide for the physical needs of the children Prepare, or arrange for, daily meals and snacks Follow direction from Team Leaders and Supervisors Maintain a safe and structured home environment Work with other staff to coordinate children’s transportation to extracurricular activities Provide transportation for children as needed Accompany children to all activities and assist other staff in engaging children in the activities Mindfully integrate the Trauma Informed Care Model and Person-Centered Approach into all procedures, practices, and daily interactions Supervise proper hygiene routines General housekeeping including laundry, upkeep of bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas Attend staff meetings and in-services as required Be available and flexible to accommodate scheduling needs, in both the Shelter and Group Homes All other duties as requested by Supervisor

Requirements

Caring
Compassionate
Honesty
Teamwork
Staff must be physically capable of driving an automobile in a safe manner.
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds, stoop, bend, kneel, stand/walk up to 4 hours, and be capable of continuous activity with children; must be physically able to participate in and complete PCM Practitioner Level 2 certification (Professional Crisis Management).
High School Diploma or equivalent
1 years’ experience working with children in a group setting
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
CPR, First Aid and Water Safety Certification
PCM Certification (Will train/certify after hire)

Responsibilities

Provide for the physical needs of the children
Prepare, or arrange for, daily meals and snacks
Follow direction from Team Leaders and Supervisors
Maintain a safe and structured home environment
Work with other staff to coordinate children’s transportation to extracurricular activities
Provide transportation for children as needed
Accompany children to all activities and assist other staff in engaging children in the activities
Mindfully integrate the Trauma Informed Care Model and Person-Centered Approach into all procedures, practices, and daily interactions
Supervise proper hygiene routines
General housekeeping including laundry, upkeep of bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas
Attend staff meetings and in-services as required
Be available and flexible to accommodate scheduling needs, in both the Shelter and Group Homes
All other duties as requested by Supervisor