Lead Awake Child Care Worker

Sacramento Children's Home•Sacramento, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Crisis Nursery Supervisor, the Awake Lead Child Care Worker (Awake LCCW) supports the mission of the agency and program by ensuring the safety, care and supervision of children at the Crisis Nursery. The Awake LCCW is responsible for coordinating the direct care operations during the shift and is the main communication link to site supervisors. The Awake LCCW applies Community Care Licensing (CCL), agency and program standards in the operation and care of children.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
Must have completed 12 postsecondary semester units or equivalent quarter units, with a passing grade, as determined by institution. Classes must have a focus on Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Child Health at an accredited college or university.
At least 3 semester units, or equivalent quarter units, shall include coursework in the care of infants.
Six (6) months experience in a position providing direct care of infants may be substituted for the 3 semester units in the care of infants.
OR Completion of 9 postsecondary semester units or equivalent quarter units, with a passing grade, as determined by the institution, in classes with a focus on early childhood education, child development, or child health at an accredited college or university, as determined by the department and six months of work experience in a licensed group home, licensed infant care center, or comparable group child care program or family day care is required.
AND Six months of work experience in a licensed group home, licensed infant care center, or comparable licensed group childcare program is required.
OR Must have a current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, with the appropriate age level endorsement issued by the CDA National Credentialing Program, and at least six months of on-the-job training or work experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program.
OR Must have a current and valid Child Development Associate Teacher Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Sections 80105 through 80116.
Driving is an essential function of this job, and as such, employees in this position will be required to furnish their own vehicle to be used in the course of employment.
A valid CA driver’s license and minimum insurance coverage is required.

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidates will possess an Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Child Development or a related behavioral health/social services degree.

Responsibilities

Maintain awareness of the overall duties that need to be completed for the shift and provide work direction, ongoing feedback and problem-solving for CCW staff.
Evaluate the changing needs of the Nursery and allocate staff, consistent with established child to staff ratios, depending on the age, number of children and other factors affecting care and supervision of children.
Administer immediate coaching and employee discipline in the absence of the site supervisors.
Communicate all staffing performance or conduct issues immediately or as soon as possible.
Communicate with management regarding any questions concerning admission or discharge of a child, illness, accident or incident that may need immediate or future attention.
Proactively and immediately address problems or areas needing improvement, including quantity or quality of work before the end of the shift.
Make decisions based on all available facts, regulations, policies, systems and established expectations.
Provide input in the development of staff performance evaluations.
Participate in staff investigations and provide written statements when requested.
Gather all available facts and communicate with supervisor as needed in a timely manner for any out of the ordinary situations.
Ensure that interactions with children and families are supportive, focus on de-escalation of crisis situations, take steps so as not to become personally upset and support this in other staff.
Check in with staff several times during shift and be available for questions or to offer suggestions for productivity.
Reinforce appropriate time required to complete assigned tasks.
Monitor overall completion of tasks and demonstrate prioritization of any special tasks.
Act as a role model for CCW staff regarding quantity or quality of work duties.
Implement any monitoring systems per supervisor instructions.
Provide feedback to management regarding the performance of support staff.
Make decisions based on all available facts, regulations, policies, systems and established expectations.
Gather all available facts and communicate with the Crisis Nursery Supervisor or Program Manager as needed in a timely manner for any out of the ordinary situations.
Check-in with CCW’s during their shift and review their written documentation for accuracy.
Verify that each CCW has made any necessary corrections.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain constant attention to the safety of the children and their environment.
Assume responsibility for the total care of all children during assigned shift.
Constantly monitor and maintain the cleanliness and safety of the interior and exterior of the Nursery, in accordance with program and Title 22 regulations.
Supervise the children consistent with CCL regulations and SCH/CN Policies and Systems.
Assure all child care needs are meet, including but not limited to preparing meals and bottles, diaper changes, bathing, feeding, one-on-one interaction, etc.
Remain alert to physical and/or emotional changes in infants or children indicating the onset of illness.
Observe infants and children for drowsiness, need to rest, to be bathed and changed.
Complete bed checks to assure the well-being of the children for overnight shifts consistent with established policies and standards.
Ensure nutritious meals and snacks are prepared and served family style.
Complete bed checks to assure the well-being of the children consistent with established policies and standards.
Apply crisis intervention techniques to ensure the safety of children and staff.
Apply positive discipline when necessary, abiding by program and agency policies and standards.
Provide supervision, protection and care of children individually and in groups at all times.
Provide assistance to each child in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
Oversee and implement the child guidance system for managing play activities.
Notate child's progress, identify the possible need for professional services, and communicate such findings to professional staff.
Clean and sanitize beds once children leave the Nursery.
Greet and interact with volunteers and community members with respect so they may experience the Nursery as a place where their work is appreciated and needed.
Oversee visits with families or caregivers as necessary.
Administer medications and treatments following accurate dosage and times as prescribed or recorded in the child’s chart.
Assist with general and specific tasks and special projects including, but not limited to, cleaning, laundry, changing bedding, preparing meals and snacks, etc. for the children.
Ensure that the children are kept clean and healthy (i.e. baths, brushing teeth, washing hands, etc.).
Perform other duties as assigned.
Check charts for complete information and follow orders given therein.
Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions in accordance with agency and State regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.