Child Care Centre Worker - Casual

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their Child Care Centre team. This role involves distributing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in the care of children. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with a genuine understanding of children's needs. The position requires a Grade 12 education or equivalent experience, as well as First Aid and Safe Food Handling certifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the well-being and development of children in a supportive environment, making a meaningful impact in their lives.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• First Aid and Safe Food Handling certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Distributes meals and snacks while maintaining cleanliness.
• Assists with child care and ensures safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Understanding of Child Needs

Education

Grade 12 Education

Equivalent Education/Experience

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Supervisor Child Care Centre, distributes meals and snacks, performs clean-up and laundry duties, and assists with the care of the children.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Distributes meals and snacks.
• Performs clean-up duties and maintains housekeeping supplies.
• Responsible for Child Care Centre laundry.
• Assists with the care of children.
• Ensures health and safety procedures are followed.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Grade 12 education; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills/Abilities:

• A demonstrated ability to meet and work with people.
• Must understand the needs of children.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Assets:

• Knowledge of child development.
• Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must undergo a successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC).
• Must have and maintain First Aid Certification.
• Must have and maintain Safe Food Handling Certification (Level 1).
• Must have and maintain an up-to-date record of immunization.
• Prior to commencing employment, must provide documentary evidence of having undergone a one-step tuberculosis skin test.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.