Child Care Specialist

Respite Care Inc.; Timnath (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Respite Care Inc. in Timnath, CO is hiring part-time staff to support weekend, after-school and school-out day programs, with opportunities for full-time staff in day-time programs.

We seek ECPC 3.0 levels and emphasize supervising children with developmental disabilities, providing care and learning activities, and maintaining records. The role requires reliability, strong communication, and willingness to train; candidates must be at least 18 and ready to complete trainings.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• ECPC 3.0 – Level 1 required, Level 2 preferred.
• EQIT and/or IPS training preferred.
• Reliable team member with strong communication.
• Adaptable, solutions oriented, and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Engage and supervise children with developmental disabilities ages 6 weeks - 18 years.
• Lead child care activities and support individual needs.
• Maintain care records and confidentiality; administer medications after training and 3 months of employment.
• Communicate with parents daily and coordinate with team.
• Complete household duties to maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Attend trainings and staff meetings as required.
• Oversee children and volunteers.

Skills

ECPC 3.0 Level 1

ECPC 3.0 Level 2 (preferred)

EQIT/IPS training

Communication

Reliability

Job 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, after‑school and school‑out day 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 recordsProviding 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

1. Must be 18 years of age or older
2. ECPC 3.0 – Level 1 required, or willingness to obtain within one month of hire
3. ECPC 3.0 – Level 2 or higher preferred; completion of EQIT and/or Infant/Toddler or Preschool (IPS) training is preferred
4. Must be a reliable and engaged team member who prioritizes effective communication
5. 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.