Child care counselor job description

A BETTER US STARTS WITH U!

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts people's lives. We are seeking to add new members to our team who are motivated and committed to serving others. Whether you are experienced or not, we will provide the resources and trainings needed for you to grow and succeed. If you want more than just a job - if you're looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good - then the Y is the place for you. Join us!

Weekdays 8:00am to 2:00pm

Child Care Job Details:

Provide safe and enjoyable childcare for members and their infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children. Child Watch is a member service that provides a safe and fun environment for the care of children while parents/caregivers use the YMCA facilities. It is the expectation that all Child Watch Team Members are committed to providing a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on belonging while building relationships among youth and within families.

Day In The Life of a Child Care Staff:

* In cooperation with other staff members, plans, leads and supervises the activities of children in a variety of indoor/outdoor settings
* Effectively communicates with members, parents, and children. Develops positive and professional relationships with parents and participants providing motivational support and guidance
* Identifies individual needs of children and provides care accordingly
* Encourages and involves children in appropriate group and/or individual play
* Models and explains appropriate behavior. Addresses and redirects inappropriate behavior of children
* Maintains participant attendance, emergency records and other documentation as assigned
* Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures
* Responds seriously and confidentiality to suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and follows mandated reporting requirements related to abuse
* Ensure safety and cleanliness of equipment and facilities
* Maintains accurate and timely records, including sign-in and sign-out logs
* Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies
* Attends and participates in staff meetings and trainings
* Other duties as assigned

What's required:

* High School Diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college education preferred
* Previous experience working with children within diverse populations preferred
* At least 17 years of age
* Must have or be able to obtain the following certifications within the first 30 days of hire, CPR, First Aid, AED

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* Ability to read, write, talk, see, and hear
* Walking, stooping, standing, hearing, seeing, lifting (up to 50 pounds)
* Ability to plan and initiate age-appropriate games and activities
* Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time
* Possesses a strong understanding of the YMCA and its purpose, mission, and values. Demonstrates this understanding through behavior and actions that support the purpose, mission, and values

PERKS:

* Free Y Membership
* Paid Training
* Paid Time Off
* Resume Builder
* Create Professional Connections

THE Y:

The YMCA is one of the world's leading nonprofit organizations that is committed to strengthening individuals and communities across the country. Every day, the Y helps people connect to their purpose, potential and each other. Working locally, we focus on supporting people of all ages, gender and race, to improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across communities.

As an Educator with Right At School, you'll have a positive impact on students, parents, and schools in your local community! Be a part of an organization that is changing the game in before and after school care!

We provide our team of educators with the best training and development in the afterschool child care profession! With our innovative online and in-person trainings, 99% of employees feel confident and effective just one month into their work. You will have access to our 300+ training modules in our online library. You are also eligible to receive pay increases based on your voluntary development.
As an Educator, you will -

Partner with the Program Manager to deliver dynamic Right At School curriculum, support homework completion, lead fun fitness activities, and guide children safely through all activities.

Engage youth in academic and social enrichment activities that expand & enhance school day learning in a meaningful way. Some tasks associated with this role can be more physical in nature as you are interacting with children and they keep you on your toes;

Be asked to kneel, run, to lift up to 25 lbs and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Actively partner and communicate effectively with parents in order to provide the best child care for their children

Model positive behaviors as you sit with children to help with learning, walk around to manage the classroom and maintain safety, and stay active throughout the day while leading activities.

Organize program materials for lessons and activities, as well as document attendance, incidents and other observation

Regularly check in with the Program Manager regarding personal and child performance metrics

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required

Teachers who have experience working with children AND/OR college credits in early childhood/elementary/related field

Outstanding customer service and relationship building skills

Individuals who work well in a team environment

Excellent communication skills with varied audience including children, parents, staff and school personnel

Ability to meet state-specific requirements; FA/CPR, Mandated Reporter, Cleared TB

Respect for and dedication to working with children with special needs

A love for children!

Benefits

Opportunity to make a difference in your community and positively impact families

Ongoing professional development with pay raise incentives

Provide meaningful fun and employ Disguised Learning

Flexible working hours aligned to school schedules

Gain valuable classroom management experience

An online and mobile HR platform where you can access your info with easy-to-use tech 24/7

Competitive compensation and benefits, including free after school childcare, commuter benefits, supplemental insurance (short term disability, life insurance, etc.) based on eligibility

One of our core values is being “locally-inspired.” We will follow the guidance of our State and school district level partners in regard to any COVID-19 vaccination and/or testing requirements they may put in place. In some areas this may mean that employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to work in schools (except where medical or religious exemptions may apply). Employees are also required to wear masks at all times during work hours, regardless of vaccination status.

Here at Right At School, our commitment to equal opportunity runs deep. We really mean that. In order to achieve our goals, we need to work hard to create a diverse workforce so we can reach as many students, parents, and schools as possible. We embrace the uniqueness in everyone and we encourage each individual to be their true selves. Your age, skin color, beliefs, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, parental status, vet status, gender identity are valued here. We do not stand for discrimination or harassment of any kind. Come as you are.

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Supports the recruitment, successful licensing, and initial start-up/operations of new child care providers by providing holistic, strength-based, individualized coaching and support. Works collaboratively with the Child Care Health Consultant Network team to enhance the health, safety, and wellness of young children, families, and staff in child care/early childhood settings. Collaborates with directors, teachers, and family childcare providers to support compliance with regulations/standards and promote best practices to ensure children's safe and healthy development.
This position is currently eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of employment.

We are hiring for 3 positions.

Works collaboratively with program leadership to cultivate and establish community-based workforce recruitment pipelines and strategies.

Provides holistic, strength-based, individualized coaching to support the recruitment, successful licensing, and initial start-up/operations of new childcare providers.

Works collaboratively with the Child Care Health Consultant Network to ensure that new providers meet health, safety, and wellness practices and regulations, establishing goals for technical assistance consultations as applicable.

Works in collaboration with Child Care Licensing Surveyors to identify and meet concrete needs/barriers to licensing, including administration of designated funds or other supports.

Provides consultation to answer questions on health and safety issues (in alignment with public health guidance and childcare licensing standards) common in childcare.

Establishes a collaborative approach to consultation that recognizes the autonomy, strengths, and expertise of childcare programs.

Collaborates with specialized Health Consultants (Child Care Nurse Consultants, Health Consultants focused on priority populations or specific competencies, and Health Consultants focused on new provider recruitment) to ensure seamless, on-demand, tailored coaching and technical assistance is available for child care providers.

Collaborates with local Child Care Licensing Surveyors to establish seamless referral and service provision strategies.

Initiates internal referral and collaboration with other childcare coaching/TA services to avoid duplication and ensure tailored service delivery.

Maintains records in WorkLife Systems (WLS) related to training, technical assistance and other activities.

Contributes to electronic communication regarding health & safety messaging including email, electronic newsletters, community education materials, etc.

Participates in Child Care Aware of Kansas meetings/conferences.

Completes annual professional development to keep current with best practice and research in the field of early childhood development.

Participates in Train-the-Trainer events.

Promotes and conducts the work of the Child Care Aware of Kansas by engaging in regular communication with childcare providers, community level partners (such as childcare licensing surveyors, other early childhood agencies, etc.).

Completes required Child Care Aware of Kansas employee reports and duties timely and in accordance with organizational policies.

Delivers professional development events to childcare providers as needed.

Distributes materials to promote and inform childcare providers, families, and community partners about early childhood development and quality childcare.

Requirements

A minimum of an Associate Degree with 2 years' work related experience in early childhood required. Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, Human Services, Health Care or related field preferred.

Requires one to three years of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.

Provide technical assistance to child care programs specific to any financial requirements of the grants program, with a focus on maintaining accurate records.

Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, including creating and editing documents, and spreadsheets.

Complies a variety of reports and data information with a high degree of accuracy to support compiling and synthesizing reports.

Participates in all Child Care Aware of Kansas Child Care Health Consultant orientation, communication/coordination meetings and trainings.

Ability to work with a diverse client population.

Requires good interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Bilingual candidates preferred.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds for various classroom or event needs.

Benefits

This position is $15.74 per hour.