Childcare Worker

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : CHILDCARE WORKER

DEPARTMENT : SERVICES

FLSA : NON-EXEMPT

LOCATION : BROOKLYN, NY

REPORTS TO : DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES

SALARY : $35000.00 - $ 38000.00 / Annual

SUMMARY : Creates and oversees developmentally appropriate, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and young children.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

In conjunction with the recreation specialist, creates developmentally – age appropriate activities for young children that meet their physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs.

Assesses children’s developmental needs and plans appropriate activities for each child.

Document interactions with clients including any concerns or issues that arise during planned activities

Maintains safe, hygienic, well-organized environment at all times.

Provides monthly status for reporting procedures to supervisor.

Promptly reports possible child abuse or neglect to supervisor or Service Coordinator and calls in report when necessary.

Maintains adequate supply of formula, juice, healthy snacks, and emergency diapers and clothing.

Trains and supervises assistants and volunteers in developmentally-appropriate practices with children.

Supervises Assistant Teachers and volunteers.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS :

Relevant Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Previous experience working with

young children are required.

AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS :

Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard-working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) :

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.