Childcare Provider

  • Rochester, NY
  • $16.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 16 days ago
  • Apply easily
This is a part-time, relief position with a pay rate of $16.00 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.

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