Childcare Provider

This is a part-time, relief position with a pay rate of $16.50 per hour. Hours may vary depending on the program needs.

Childcare providers are responsible for the direct supervision of children ages birth - 18 years old enrolled in a crisis nursery program ensuring their physical safety at all times.

The provider must be able to balance safety consideration with the child's need to be active.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Recognize, document and take appropriate action in the case of suspected abuse, illness or accident
• Maintain a clean, organized, appealing environment that promotes comfort and security
• Maintain clean materials and equipment
• Maintain constant surveillance of the surrounding outdoor environment
• Ensure that each child receives nutritious meals, meeting their daily requirement
• Maintain fair and orderly control, with constant supervision of children
• Help children learn through setting limits
• Work with other child care providers, volunteers and parents to best meet the needs of the children in our care
• Be professional when consulting with parents, provider and family members' maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Record timely, complete, legible documentation of child's observed behaviors
• Represent the program in a positive and professional manner to all areas
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings
• Be willing to participate in annual performance reviews
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES :

Candidate must :

• Adhere to ethical conduct
• Demonstrate professionalism i.e., timely, dependable, responsible, flexible
• Be non-judgmental and respectful
• Model principles of inclusion and tolerance
• Be youth centered and positive
• Be family friendly
• Establish effective working relationships with supervisor and co-workers
• Develop positive relationships with all key stakeholders
• Have strong literacy skills (i.e., reading, writing, comprehension)
• Have excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Conduct research and apply best-practices and evaluation methods
• Effectively promote knowledge and skill development and positive behaviors
• Provide leadership and / or work independently as requested
• Comply with NYS Child Care Provider and NY State OCFS regulations

QUALIFICATIONS :

A minimum of a high school diploma, at least 2 years of experience in paid or unpaid childcare and be at least 18 years old.

The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.