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Salary Range $11.00 - $13.00 Hourly

Position Type Part Time

Education Level High School

Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Summary:

The person in this position will be responsible for the childcare needs of the program. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

+ Implement child development services, including but not limited to individualized educational and developmental plans, curriculum, daily schedules and lesson plans;

+ Tend to children’s immediate needs while in daycare setting (feedings, changing) and ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children in the facility;

+ Assure center and records adhere to all agency and county standards, health department standards and funding requirements;

+ Act as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, providing information regarding parent/child interactions and making needed or necessary recommendations and/or referrals as requested by the Project Manager;

+ Confer with family members, significant others, staff, and the Project Manager regarding the childs special needs as necessary;

+ Document childs behavior and concerns while in daycare setting in progress notes;

+ Assist and monitor data collection and statistical reporting and complete Quality Improvement reports as requested;

+ Participate in case staffing when necessary;

+ Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and

+ Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Education:

+ High School Diploma is required

Experience and Competencies:

+ Excellent communication skills;

+ Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;

+ Ability to work well in a team environment;

+ Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;

+ Professional appearance and demeanor;

+ Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;

+ Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required; and

+ CPR Certification and First Aid Certification.

Working Conditions:

+ Work is primarily performed in an office ; and

+ Some outdoor activities may be required.