Child care aide #2

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Child Care Aide is responsible for assisting the childcare Work/Teacher in maintaining the quality and effectiveness of the Tilden Hall Child Care Center. A Tier II facility, the childcare Worker/Teacher will be working with homeless children transiting to long-term permanent housing. The Head teacher will coordinate daily activities for children and is responsible for preparing a schedule reflecting planned activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Through the employee’s own efforts, the employee accomplishes the following essential functions:

1. Assist in the implantation of the childcare and parenting program to include recreation and educational activities for the children and their mother, demonstrating effective child rearing techniques. Ensure the timely commencement and closure of daily nursery activities.
2. Participate effectively in the implementation of the childcare program that will provide sound educational goals that is appropriate to the age and development level of children, which will enable them to make the most of future educational opportunities,
3. Assist with the cooperative childcare schedule that will encourage the parents to be involved in the childcare program. Develop and maintain positive working relationship with the parents residing in the facility. Respect the confidential nature of all information about parents residing in the facility. Respect the confidential nature of all information about the parents and children making sure to relay all pertinent information to supervisors.
4. Ensure safety and proper care of the children during program hours of operation. Teach children personal hygiene and ensure that children’s needs are being met regarding hygiene. Provide a constant learning atmosphere for all children. Engage the children in educational and recreational activities both indoors and outside the program.
5. Regularly inspect recreational areas and all equipment for safety inspections. Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment. Plan and supervise the appropriate arrangement of classroom equipment and furniture to endure the safety of all children involved in the program.
6. Work with the recreational Specialist to ensure proper development for programming for all the children of Tilden Hall. Assist volunteers working with children in the facility whether in-house or outside persons.
7. Daily inspection, observation, and documentation of possible injuries of children prior to entering the program, documentation of ay medical problems. Participate wherever feasible in relater training opportunities as they become available. Attend all staff meeting and participation and work.
8. Perform other job duties and special projects assigned by management.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Adheres to all policies and procedures, including those prescribed in the Highland Park CDC Employee Handbook.

1. Maintain confidentiality and do not disclose information learned through the course of the job with people other than those who need to know including employee information, financial information, client information, etc.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual demonstrates the following competencies.

1. Customer Service Orientation: Manages difficult or emotional situations with internal and external stakeholders; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to request for service and assistance. Maintains and communicates a positive “can do” attitude with internal and external stakeholders.

1. Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason when dealing with emotional topics.

1. Systems Thinking: Demonstrates an ability to (a) see how organizational systems (e.g., internal/external conditions, processes, people) interact and influence each other, and (b) how these systems create and contribute to specific issues (e.g., high voluntary turnover) and strengths (e.g., strong customer focus).

1. Planning / Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently: Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans. Leverages tools to manage workflow and reprioritizes accordingly.

1. Service and Teamwork - Understands the needs and wants of the organization, customers, co-workers and supervisors in order to provide accurate, complete and timely service and to further the mission, values and goals of the organization.

1. Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.

1. Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

1. Ethics: Treats people with respect: Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

1. Dependability: Follows instructions; Responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.

1. Initiative: Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required.

1. Minimum Required Education & Experience:
   • HS Diploma or GED required.
   • 2 years of clerical or administrative experience.
   • CPR certified
   • Food Handlers Certificate
2. Preferred Education & Experience:
   • 2 years of college preferred.
3. Computer Skills:
   • Proficient in computer software programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, CARES, etc.)
4. Language skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Writes simple correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small groups situations outside stakeholders, clients and other employees.