Gaudenzia, Inc.·Westtown Township, Pennsylvania
Manage the childcare component of a women's recovery program, providing care and early intervention activities for children. Provide guidance to mothers on parenting skills and coordinate with clinical staff and outside agencies to support family recovery.
Make an Impact on Building Recovery & Changing Lives at our Women's Program located in West Chester, PA. Whether you're beginning your human services career or bringing experience in behavioral health, recovery support, coaching, mentoring, residential programs, or community outreach, we'd love to hear from you!
This is more than a job- it’s an opportunity to serve as a positive role-model to the women and women with children within our program, provide encouragement during different moments, and help individuals build the skills and confidence needed for long-term recovery!
Location: Kindred – West Chester, PA
Qualifications: Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1.
Knowledge of child care, prevention activities and early childhood development.
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Knowledge of the basic principles, practices, and procedures involved in an alcohol and drug program.
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Knowledge of the drug and alcohol abusing subculture.
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Knowledge of the physical and emotional characteristics and manifestations of alcohol and drug dependency.
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Knowledge of individual and group behavior and the effective ways of working with them.
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Ability to work effectively with people and aid them in adjusting to specific problems.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with clients, and other members of staff, outside agencies and institutions, and the general public.
1. Implement the care, and activities of children in residence and manage all activities of the childcare component 2. Implement Drug & Alcohol early intervention/prevention activities for the children 3. Continue specialized training as designated by the Supervisor 4. Provide individual and group counseling for the children/mothers; monitor emotional/psychological status of children and arrange/recommend referrals to ancillary clinical services when indicated 5. Assist in conducting mother-child and family therapeutic sessions in conjunction with other clinical staff 6. Maintain clinical records and correspondence concerning the children and ensure compliance with all confidentiality procedures of the Child Care component 7. Maintain contact with outside agencies and consulting/information resources as necessary for the continuing development and improvement of the Child Care component 8. Provide training and guidance to adult residents in childcare and parenting skills; observe parent/child interactions in daily settings and advise on recommended adjustments 9. Participate in regular consultations with other clinical staff concerning mother/child relationships, and the problems and needs of the children 10. Monitor educational progress of the children and maintain contact with school; arrange tutoring when necessary; maintain dialogue with mothers concerning educational needs and progress of children 11. Maintain valid driver's license. 12. Other duties as assigned by Program Director or Recovery Support Supervisor.
Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!
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Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.
Come work with us!
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Candidates must have knowledge of child development and the principles of alcohol and drug dependency programs.
Market context
Part-time child care roles in Pennsylvania often draw steady interest because employers need dependable support for children in residential, behavioral health, or family service settings. This role is competitive for candidates who can show child development knowledge, comfort recognizing the physical and emotional effects of substance use disorders, and a valid driver’s license; educational assistance, on-the-job training, and upward mobility may also strengthen the offer. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your fit with the original posting before applying.