Childcare Specialist P/T

## Description
**Position Summary:**
This person will provide a safe and structured environment as well as provide for the physical needs of the children receiving services in the Emergency Shelter.
**Role and Responsibilities**

This person’s job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Provide for the physical needs of the children
• Prepare, or arrange for, daily meals and snacks
• Follow direction from Team Leaders and Supervisors
• Maintain a safe and structured home environment
• Work with other staff to coordinate children’s transportation to extracurricular activities
• Provide transportation for children as needed
• Accompany children to all activities and assist other staff in engaging children in the activities
• Mindfully integrate the Trauma Informed Care Model and Person-Centered Approach into all procedures, practices, and daily interactions
• Supervise proper hygiene routines
• General housekeeping including laundry, upkeep of bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas
• Attend staff meetings and in-services as required
• Be available and flexible to accommodate scheduling needs, in both the Shelter and Group Homes
• All other duties as requested by Supervisor

## Qualifications
**Competencies:**

• Caring
• Compassionate
• Honesty
• Teamwork

**Physical requirements:**

Staff must be physically capable of driving an automobile in a safe manner. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds, stoop, bend, kneel, stand/walk up to 4 hours, and be capable of continuous activity with children; must be physically able to participate in and complete PCM Practitioner Level 2 certification (Professional Crisis Management). Accommodation may be available if needed.

**Qualifications and Education Requirements**

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 years’ experience working with children in a group setting
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• CPR, First Aid and Water Safety Certification
• PCM Certification (Will train/certify after hire)

EOE