Childcare Provider

SUMMARY OF MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

Under general supervision, is responsible for the care and supervision of children (newborn to 10 years). Responsible for development and implementation of age-appropriate activities. Will also be required to relay pertinent information to parents and staff as needed.

DUTIES:

1. Supervises and accounts of children of varying ages in structured and unstructured activities.

2. Will be responsible for the development of age-appropriate activities.

3. Demonstrate role modeling and appropriate assertiveness skills, which facilitate in reinforcing the structure of the program.

4. Administers verbal reprimands and other sanctions to clients and children following approval of the Residential or Director of Outpatient Services.

5. Maintain adequate attendance to fulfill all job responsibilities without causing hardship to the supervisor or company.

6. Supports and adheres to the rules and regulations of the Board of Directors.

POSITION EXECTATIONS:

1. Understanding the principles of child development

2. Ensuring that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met

3. Interpersonal skills

4. Positive and encouraging attitude

5. Children are kept active, entertained, and engaged in developmental activates

6. Model and encourage good social skills, such as, strong communication and conflict-resolution skills

7. The natural care for children

8. Plan and oversee daily schedules

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED certificate

2. Prior experience working with children preferred

3. Must have a minimum of 12 continuing education units.

4. Must maintain valid CPR and First Aid including infant certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and skills of:

● Basic dynamics of child development and early childhood education

● Basic psychological, behavioral, sociological and cultural factors related to dependent children

● Principles of group dynamics control and discipline

● Methods and techniques of directing children's group activities, and individual and group counseling

● Arts and crafts appropriate for varied age groups

● Illnesses common to infants and children

● Telephone, office, and online etiquette

Ability to:

● Perform routine tasks in the care of children in all age groups

● Organize and provide direction for a group of children engaged in recreational and social activities

● Assess situations to prevent or solve problems and use sound judgment in taking appropriate action

● Provide emotional support and understanding to children experiencing trauma

● Assess and respond effectively to: emotional changes in children, emergency situations, and critical incidents

● Establish and maintain a rapport with the children

● Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

● Establish and maintain effective relationships

● Prepare reports and maintain records

● Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

● Work independently

● Maintain client confidentiality

● Maintain appropriate and timely communication with family, significant others, and referral sources conveying a positive professional image

● Maintain a professional appearance.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

● Must be insurable at standard automobile rates and maintain the ability to be insured throughout the course of employment

● Certified in CPR and First Aid

● Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance

● Department of Justice fingerprint clearance

● Negative tuberculosis test

● Pass drug screening test

LICENSES:

● Must possess and maintain a valid California Identification Card during the course of employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The following physical characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in the work environment.

● Mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for extended periods, and access all locations in the work environment

● Manual skill to appropriately control and manipulate objects, tools, materials, and equipment used on the job, including a telephone and a computer

● Flexibility and strength to reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop

● Facility to hear and understand speech at normal room levels, and to hear and understand speech, both in the office and on telephone communications

● Facility to speak in audible tones those others may understand clearly in normal conversations, both in the office and on telephone communications

● Facility to see, read and distinguish colors, with or without vision aids; computer screens equipment used in the work environment, instructional materials, training materials, written directions, rules, policies, calendars, agenda, manuals and other printed matter

● Physical strength and agility to push, pull, squat, twist, turn, and lift and carry bulky objects of up to 25 pounds

● Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position in a safe, accurate, neat, and timely fashion

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person