Child Care Program Specialist - Parks & Recreation - Millcreek Activity Center

UNAVAILABLE; Millcreek (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a community-focused role where you will plan and supervise enriching activities for children aged 2 to 12. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives while enjoying a supportive work environment. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and comprehensive benefits, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally. If you are passionate about child development and eager to contribute to a vibrant community, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and make a difference.

Benefits

12 holidays

24 vacation days

12 sick days

Onsite medical clinic

Flexible Spending Account

Pet insurance

Auto and home insurance discounts

100% county-paid medical coverage

Retirement options with 10% contribution

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability options

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and supervising child care activities.
• Must obtain C.D.A. certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise developmentally appropriate activities for children.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of activity spaces and manage learning materials.

Skills

Child Development

Early Childhood Education

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Education

48 semester hours in Child Development or related field

Child Development Associate (C.D.A.) certification

Tools

First Aid and CPR/AED certifications

Child Care Food Handler's permit

Job description

Job Description

Salt Lake County…A career with a purpose in the community you love!

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.

What it is like to work here:

At Salt Lake County, our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees’ lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.

Surround yourself with:

Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place… it’s our heart and service that bring us together.

We encourage a work-life balance:

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year.

Additional Benefits include:

• Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
• Medical coverage including a 100% county-paid premium option, dental and vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
• Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account
• 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability options
• Plus: Onsite medical clinic, hospital insurance, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities.

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Background Check Information

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

JOB SUMMARY

Assists in planning, developing, implementing, staffing, and supervising developmentally appropriate activities for children 2 to 12 years old.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

48 semester hours from an accredited college or university in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Child Psychology, or other closely related field; OR three (3) years of experience in a licensed childcare program; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience. A valid Child Development Associate (C.D.A.) certificate or certification with the National Administrator Credentials (N.A.C.) must be obtained within six months from hire date.

May need to possess a current Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Medical Card at the time of hire. A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah may be required to operate a vehicle.

Possession of a current American Red Cross first aid and CPR / AED certifications at time of hire. Possession of a current Child Care Food Handler's permit within 30 days of hire date.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

It is mandatory that all new hires receive the Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Acellular Pertussis) vaccine before beginning employment or provide a copy of their immunization record prior to starting employment. The immunization record must show the vaccine name and date received. Upon hire, a two-step Tuberculosis skin test will be required. The first will need to be placed prior to starting employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in planning, implementing, and supervising developmentally appropriate activities and field trips for child care programs.
• Arranges classrooms and activity spaces at facilities to ensure that all areas are safe, clean, and in good repair. Manages and prepares all appropriate learning materials.
• Applies appropriate behavior management techniques to ensure the safety of all children. Meets with parents/guardians as necessary to discuss methods for resolving individual behavior concerns.
• Enrolls children in child care programs and provides all program rules, requirements, and guidelines to parents/guardians. Updates family records at least annually or as required by Division or Licensing guidelines.
• Maintains child care attendance records and other documentation relating to children's testing/evaluations, progress, and behavior in compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
• Assists in compiling, maintaining, and monitoring Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) records per program requirements.
• Assists in maintaining control of an appropriate inventory of furnishings, equipment, and supplies and makes recommendations to supervisory staff of items needing repair or replacement.
• Schedules maintenance, repair, and use of assigned County vehicles to ensure program transportation needs are met. Maintains and completes required usage, mileage, and maintenance reports as per established guidelines and procedures.
• Assists in ordering and serving daily meals and snacks according to child nutrition program guidelines.
• Maintains cleanliness of food preparation, serving, and eating areas according to Health Department and Licensing guidelines.
• Participates in and assists supervisory staff in recruiting, hiring, orienting, and training staff and volunteers.
• Supervises and monitors staff and volunteers to ensure required teacher-to-child ratios and the health and safety of participants are maintained.
• Takes charge of and is responsible for programs in the absence of the supervisory staff.