Child Care Worker I or II

Sacramento Children's Home; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Sacramento seeks a Child Care Worker to assist with childcare and supervision at the Crisis Nursery. This part-time position involves ensuring children's safety, administering care, and maintaining household standards. Applicants should have relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED. Excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Leave

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in a licensed care setting preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and minimum age of 21 required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children's safety at all times.
• Administer medications accurately as prescribed.
• Provide direct care including diapering, bathing, and feeding.

Skills

Child Care

Crisis Intervention

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

12 Semester Units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: North Crisis Nursery - Sacramento, CA

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $19.78 - $23.77 Hourly

Description

The Sacramento Children's Home, founded in 1867, is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and highly respected. As an equal opportunity employer, SCH values an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, reflecting the communities we serve.

The Sacramento Crisis Nursery is a family-strengthening program offering emergency childcare and overnight care for children ages 0-5 during family crises. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by supporting families in need.

Overview

The Child Care Worker I or II, supervised by the Crisis Nursery Supervisor and guided by the Lead Childcare Worker, assists with child care and supervision, ensuring children's health, safety, and basic needs are met, and household standards are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children's safety at all times.
• Supervise and care for children individually and in groups.
• Assist children with group activities and individual issues.
• Administer discipline and set behavioral limits.
• Document children's progress and communicate needs to professional staff.
• Administer medications accurately as prescribed.
• Provide direct care, including diapering, bathing, feeding, and discipline.
• Monitor for signs of illness and report significant changes.
• Interact with children during intake and discharge processes.
• Apply crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
• Prepare meals and snacks, serve family style.
• Perform household tasks: cleaning, laundry, organizing, inventory, bed making, sanitizing.
• Implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Communicate any issues promptly and support problem-solving.
• Support children during transitions and activities.
• Provide transportation as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the nursery environment.
• Complete required documentation per policies and regulations.
• Cover for Lead and Awake Childcare workers as directed.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers.
• Attend training and meetings as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Location and Schedule

Location: 4533 Pasadena Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, with mandatory Wednesday staff meeting from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.

Qualifications

Child Care Worker I ($21.13 - $23.77)

High school diploma or GED required. Completion of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education or related fields preferred. Six months of experience in a licensed care setting is preferred. A degree in related fields is advantageous. Valid driver’s license, insurance, and minimum age of 21 are required.

Child Care Worker II ($19.78 - $22.25)

High school diploma or GED required. Six months of relevant experience preferred. Degree in related fields is advantageous. Valid driver’s license, insurance, and minimum age of 21 are required.

Benefits

Excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, paid leave, holidays, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Application Process

Apply online at www.kidshome.org/careers. External candidates must pass a background check and drug test. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of these requirements.