Children Services Attendant I

Town of Blackfalds; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Blackfalds is seeking a Casual Children Services Attendant 1 to provide care and supervision for children in their Child-Minding Program. The role involves creating engaging activities, ensuring safety, and maintaining a positive environment for participants. Ideal candidates will have relevant education or experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to child development.

Qualifications

• Belief that all children are capable of success.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and excellent guest service.
• Ability to relate well with children of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating structured and unstructured programming for child minding and C’Amped.
• Engage in the safety, well-being, and development of children.
• Ensure appropriate use of facilities and enforce guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Certificate or diploma in Recreation, Education, Early Childhood Development, or Physical Education

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Town of Blackfalds is hiring a Casual Children Services Attendant 1.

You will provide care and supervision of children in the Child-Minding Program and be responsible for ensuring a safe, caring, and successful environment for participants involved in the C’amped program during the school year.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in creating structured and unstructured programming for child minding and C’Amped, including crafts, story time, songs, games, and other age-appropriate activities.
2. Actively engage in the safety, well-being, and development of children in the programs, attending to their physical, social, and emotional needs positively.
3. Ensure appropriate use of facilities by guests and enforce facility guidelines and rules.
4. Follow all safety practices and provincial legislation.
5. Assist with special events as required.
6. Prepare and maintain program equipment, supplies, and space.
7. Resolve customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints directly or by referring to senior staff.
8. Handle routine correspondence such as incident reports.
9. Perform other related duties as required.
10. Maintain a positive guest service approach throughout the department.

Requirements & Skills:

• Belief that all children are capable of success.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and excellent guest service.
• Ability to interact courteously and friendly with staff and guests.
• Ability to relate well with children of all ages.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and listening skills.
• Strong teamwork and cooperation skills.
• Excellent decision-making, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently without constant supervision.
• Knowledge and skills in MS Office Suite.
• Understanding of developmental abilities and age-appropriate activities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing program needs.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Certificate or diploma in Recreation, Education, Early Childhood Development, or Physical Education, or related work experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Standard First Aid with CPR “C” and AED.
• RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening & Child Intervention Check.
• Valid Driver’s License with current Driver’s Abstract.

Casual hours vary. The starting hourly wage is $19.37 per hour.

Posting Closes: July 14, 2023 @ 4:30 p.m.

If interested, please submit your application online via our applicant tracking system.