Child Care Specialist

Early Childhood Council of Larimer County; Colorado; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Colorado is seeking a Child Care Specialist responsible for engaging and supervising children with developmental disabilities from 6 weeks to 18 years. Candidates must hold an ECPC 3.0 Level 1 or higher. The role includes leading activities, supporting children's needs, and maintaining a safe environment. Applicants should be adaptable, communicate effectively with parents, and be available for a minimum of 20 hours each week, including one weekend day.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be reliable and engaged.
• Prior experience with children with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage and supervise children with developmental disabilities.
• Lead child care activities.
• Communicate with parents effectively.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Education

ECPC 3.0 – Level 1

ECPC 3.0 – Level 2 or higher

Job description

The Child Care Specialist plays an important role at Respite Care, Inc. because they are responsible for engaging and supervising children with developmental disabilities between the ages of 6 weeks and 18 years. Each Child Care Specialist contributes to engaging children in developmentally appropriate activities and maintaining a clean, safe environment. They also learn and support each child’s individual needs, including behavior plans, toileting routines, feeding techniques, dietary needs, and medication needs.

About Respite Care Inc.

Respite Care, Inc. is a nonprofit organization in Northern Colorado that provides short-term, quality care for children with developmental disabilities and respite to their families, enabling them to enhance their quality of life. We believe that a child with a disability is a child first and that his or her challenges are secondary. With this mission and philosophy in mind, Respite Care strives to create an interactive, stimulating, and safe environment that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of each individual child.

Description

Please note, Respite Care is currently hiring team members who hold an ECPC 3.0 – Level 2 or higher. We’re seeking part-time staff to support our weekend, school-out day, and school-break programs as well as qualified full-time staff to support our day-time programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Engaging and actively supervising children with developmental disabilities ages 6 weeks - 18 years
• Leading child care activities
• Learning to support each child's individual needs and provide basic care following toileting routines, feeding techniques, dietary needs and medication needs
• Charting and maintaining child care records
• Providing behavior management and support
• Communicating professionally and effectively with parents daily
• Completing household duties, including cleaning up after mealtimes, laundry, vacuuming, and others to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Administering medications (after minimum of 3 months employment and completion of required trainings)
• Completing all necessary trainings upon hire and annually
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Ability to use computers and look at monitors several times per day
• Ability to communicate professionally via email, phone, and in person
• Ability to stoop, kneel, reach, bend at the waist, and lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, or play for up to 8 hours per day

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• ECPC 3.0 – Level 1 required, or willingness to obtain within one month of hire
• ECPC 3.0 – Level 2 or higher preferred; completion of EQIT and/or Infant/Toddler or Preschool (IPS) training is preferred
• Must be a reliable and engaged team member who prioritizes effective communication
• Must be adaptable, solutions oriented, and have a positive attitude

Hours and Time Off

• Must be available a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Must be available to work 1 weekend day per week
• Must be available to attend staff meetings 1-2 evenings per month
• Must be available to attend occasional weekend events, including staff retreats and fundraising events
• Time off must be approved in advance by Scheduling Coordinator

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position oversees children and volunteers.