Program Assistant

MountainStar Family Relief Nursery•Lapine, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

MountainStar Family Relief Nursery is recruiting a Program Assistant to join their team in La Pine, Oregon. This position reports to the site’s Program Manager and provides program, community, and facilities support for the organization. The goal of this position is to support the MountainStar team in providing both direct service in the preschool relief nursery classroom and admin support services at the site that help strengthen families and keep children safe.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites with strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team — conflict resolution skills are beneficial
Genuine interest in building knowledge about early childhood brain development, trauma, and other topics relevant to MountainStar’s mission
Energetic and forward-looking thinker who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
Work tactfully with a diverse population which may include special needs
Maintain professional demeanor with clients, staff, and public
Ability to be flexible and transition successfully between assigned duties
Sufficient maturity and good judgment to function in crisis situations
Evidence of emotional maturity and stability
Ability to relate sensitively and non-judgmentally with at risk children and families
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to answer phones and direct calls
Ability to be dependable and consistent. Attendance is essential for both the smooth operation of our programs as well as fostering a sense of stability for the children and families we serve.
Within 60 days of employment must be Pediatric CPR and First aid Certified, have a current food handlers’ card, and show proof of completing “Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect,” “Childcare Health & Safety,” “Safe Sleep,” and “Prevention is Better than Treatment” courses as required by Oregon Office of Childcare.
Must be able to complete training throughout the year to work through Oregon Registry Online requirements.
Ability to lift and carry children, donations, and event materials up to 40 lbs.
May work outdoors intermittently with exposure to typical Oregon weather. There may be frequent interruptions, working alone. Working in a close environment with active children.
Must be able to bend, kneel, and stand for long lengths of time. In addition, staff must be able to get up and down from playing on the floor with children.
Ability to pass a background check
Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation. Clean driving record to drive company vehicles and transport children.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma)
Bilingual Spanish speaking
Previous office experience
Previous childcare experience

Responsibilities

Work closely with children and families
Provide therapeutic care for children 3 to 5 yrs.
Provide developmentally appropriate activities
Support other nursery activities as appropriate
Work as a team to provide the best care for children and families
Support Interventionist in TSGold, Creative Curriculum, and reporting for the classroom
Prepare & serve USDA meals for the site following guidelines and record keeping
Cook and grocery shop for the site
Transportation support, map routes and transport children and parents in the MtStar van/bus
Work with Program Manager on administrative projects
Work with the staff team around family/children issues as appropriate
Greet visitors to the center
Intake and store donations as needed
Maintain clothes closets and food bank
Other duties as assigned