Job detail
Childcare Specialist
JAFCO
#Nonprofit#CPR Certification#Person-Centered Approach#Social Services#First Aid Certification#Emergency Shelter#Trauma Informed Care#Professional Crisis Management#Water Safety Certification#Childcare Specialist#PCM Practitioner Level 2
OtherOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 day ago
Location
Sunrise, Florida
Quick overview
Provide a safe, structured environment and meet the physical needs of children in an emergency shelter. Responsibilities include meal preparation, transportation, hygiene supervision, and implementing trauma-informed care.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of experience working with children in a group setting. Must possess a valid driver's license and be physically capable of lifting 35 pounds and completing PCM certification.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Sunrise,
- FL 33351Education
- Level:
- High
- SchoolJob
- Shift:
- AnyJob
- Category:
- Nonprofit -
- Social
- ServicesPosition
- 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
- Competencies: Caring
- Compassionate
- Honesty
- Teamwork
- QualificationsPhysical 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