Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into working with children and caregivers;
- Work with children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age in a supportive, educationally-oriented environment that serves children in a court setting;
- Maintain registry of all children in the care of the Children’s Center;
- Make referrals and connections to parents to take advantage of other Safe Horizon programs, other community-based organizations, programs, and entitlements;
- Fill out funder intake forms, federal food program meal plans, registration forms, statistics, and other required forms accurately, thoroughly, and timely;
- Improve literacy for school age children and language development for pre-school children by speaking with the children and by overseeing children’s activities, including, but not limited to: stories, use of computer software, educational toys and games, arts and crafts, dance, and writing;
- Assist the Head Teacher with curriculum and lesson plan development;
- Provide meals and snacks to children in accordance to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) requirements and regulations;
- Maintain overall décor and cleanliness of children’s center;
- Participation in the development of new components and/or activities with the Head Teacher an
- Education Director;
- Change diapers as needed; and
- Perform regular evacuation drills of the Center during regular work hours.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with children in some capacity;
- Early childhood experience or classroom experience helpful;
- High school diploma or GED;
- Basic understanding of basics of child development from birth to age 12;
- Ability to relate to caregivers and children who are under stress;
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet.
Physical demands:
- This position has certain physical demand requirements, which include, but may not be limited to, remaining in a stationary position for long hours, and lifting up to 40lbs.
Additional Requirements:
- Provide proof of full vaccination status, meaning two COVID vaccinations along with a booster.
- Registration with the State Central Registry of Child Abuse and Maltreatment
- Pass a pre-employment physical granting medical permission to work with small children, which includes proof of immunizations that he/she is free from communicable diseases
- Pass an annual physical
If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon’s rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Technology Statement:
Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance.
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Hiring Range: $23.07 - $24.00 Hourly
Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week
Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center