Childcare Worker

Women Against Abuse•Philadelphia, PA

19d

About The Position

The Childcare Worker creates and maintains a safe and stimulating environment for children (ages 1-5), while providing care and activities for children’s learning programs in a structured setting and to assist with program planning and coordination. All responsibilities are implemented according to our mission and values and according to Agency standards Women Against Abuse (WAA), a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency, is among the largest domestic violence agencies in the country and Philadelphia's leading domestic violence advocate and service provider. With over 170 staff, WAA serves two 100+ bed safe havens and 15 transitional housing apartments, legal services, hotline counseling, aftercare community-based services, prevention & education, and advocacy. Women Against Abuse is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local law". Women Against Abuse’s hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Monday and Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 32 hours per week

Requirements

A High School Diploma or the equivalent, required.
Three (3) to five (5) years experience working with children pre-school to K, required.
Demonstrated experience in delivering effective learning activities, required.
Demonstrated ability to work within an urban setting preferred and with a diverse population, required.
Driver's License & Passing of MVR (motor vehicle record search), required.
Demonstrated commitment to service of others, required.
Demonstrated proficiency in communication, both verbal and in writing, required.
Must provide Satisfactory Child Abuse, Criminal and FBI clearances. (Any expenses paid by employer)
Must attend/complete upcoming Domestic Violence Advocate Paid Training (February 17 - March 5)

Nice To Haves

A certificate in childcare, early childhood education or related field, strongly preferred.
Bilingual or conversational in addition to English, preferred.

Responsibilities

Planning and carrying out recreational activities for all ages of children, including family groups.
Inviting mothers to participate, as appropriate.
Help develop a non-punitive atmosphere in the Children's Program by assisting mothers and children in learning means of non-violent conflict resolution.
Implement individual plans for children, as appropriate.
Maintain appropriate records and progress notes on children.
Assist mothers in developing parenting skills.
Advocate for children and provide them with emotional support.
Assist in other children's program's as necessary.
Maintain the orderliness of the classroom and related areas.
Clean areas and toys as required to maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
At times, may provide oversight to the activities of volunteers working with children.