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Childcare Specialist

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS INC·Oceanside, California

$25 - $26/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 9 days ago
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About the role

The Childcare Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and developmental needs of children through positive behavior guidance and curriculum implementation. They also manage daily activity records and assist with the general operations and maintenance of the child development center.

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

Job summary

The Childcare Specialist provides child development services for children of program participants.

Responsibilities

  • Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
  • Always ensure the safety and supervision of the children.
  • Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all children.
  • Record and monitor the daily activities of children at the development center.
  • Create and deliver lesson plans, implement school curriculum, and assess developmental needs of students.
  • Aid in general operation of child development center including organization and cleanliness, errands, office supplies inventory, ordering, and equipment maintenance.
  • Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
  • Participate in scheduled program meetings.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements.
  • Cultural Competency understanding required.
  • Bilingual preferred.
  • If substance use disorder program a negative tuberculosis test (TB) is conducted under licensed medical supervision within 45 working days of hire or within 5 working days of employment and valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certification upon hire or within 90-days of employment.

Physical requirements

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

☒ Seeing ☒ Hearing ☒ Speaking

☒ Stooping/Bending ☒ Working in cramped spaces ☒ Moving around facility

☒ Moving between offices/clients ☒ Driving – light errands ☐ Climbing

☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items ☒ Driving – in the course of job duties ☒ Using hands/fingers

☒ Pushing/pulling/dragging items ☒ Standing for long periods ☒ Sitting for long periods

☒ Working outside/underground

Other duties

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$25 - $26/hr
Location
Oceanside, California
Posted
Aug 11, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS INC

Mission Statement MHS provides high quality, outcome-based therapeutic services, and skills training in a supportive and validating environment to enhance our clients’ quality of life. Since 2002, MHS has provided intensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy services for individuals...

Salary listed on 2 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

California childcare roles stay locally competitive

Childcare Specialist roles in California often draw steady demand from families, schools, and care programs that need dependable support for children’s daily routines and safety. Competition can be strong because employers commonly look for a high school diploma or GED, a valid California driver’s license with auto insurance, cultural competency, and current CPR, first aid, and TB clearance. Before applying, confirm your certifications and driving documents are current; this platform AI-summarizes job requirements and benefits from the original posting, helping you review fit faster.

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