Children's Services Technician

Harris County•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Children’s Assessment Center (The CAC) provides a safe haven to sexually abused children and their families – a place where they can receive the kind of care and treatment they so richly deserve. We employ an extraordinarily effective multidisciplinary team approach in the prevention, assessment, investigation, referral for prosecution, and treatment of child sexual abuse. Our goal is to promote the complete healing of child victims of sexual abuse and their families. The Children's Services Technician works with the Supervisor and Staff to plan and execute childcare activities for children 0 – 17 years old who are attending core services at The Children's Assessment Center.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited college or university
One (1) year of direct experience working with children
Excellent child-friendly communication skills.
Ability to remain calm and perform in a high-stress environment.
Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related area such as Child Development or Psychology

Responsibilities

Assists with day-to-day operations of the Activity Center in the Children's Services program.
Coordinates activities and special events, monitors and interacts with children, and ensures the safety and well-being of children.
Completes reports and interacts with parents, Children's Assessment Center, and Child Welfare Staff.
Performs routine caregiving tasks and helps ensure care is provided in accordance with standards.
Plans and provides childcare activities for children 0 - 17 years old.
Assists with daily operations of the Activity Center.
Monitors and interacts with children to ensure child safety and well-being.
Helps to contribute to the child-friendly environment of The CAC by maintaining a safe space for children to explore and play as they await services, including providing meals, clothing, entertainment and activities, and helping to ensure each child’s emotional, social and physical needs are met while at The CAC.
Assists Supervisor in planning volunteer training and education; oversees volunteers and assists with scheduling and follow-up to ensure coverage in the Activity Center.
Assumes responsibility for data entry for Activity Center visitors; maintains and updates daily, monthly and yearly reports.
Assists in planning, preparing and implementing all Children's Services special events including large-scale holiday events.
Assists in the transport of supplies and donations.
Attends child development, child maltreatment and other relevant training to enhance skills
Other duties as assigned.