Child Care Worker (Part-Time) (9267)

The Salvation Army; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a part-time Childcare Assistant to provide weekend childcare for adolescents. You will support personal care, hygiene, learning activities, and development programs while documenting progress and coordinating with Leads/Case Managers.

The role requires maintaining a clean, safe environment and implementing positive parenting approaches. A high school diploma or GED and relevant childcare experience are essential, with CPR/First Aid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years childcare experience preferred, especially with teens.
• Knowledge of child behavior and development principles helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide childcare services for adolescents including personal care, hygiene, learning, and developmental activities.
• Plan and develop activities; maintain records; meet with Leads/Case Managers to discuss progress.
• Use positive parenting practices to address challenging behaviors; maintain cleanliness and order of the facility.

Skills

Childcare experience

Teen care

Child behavior & development knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: FLA-St Petersburg AC Sallie House Childrens Shelter - St Petersburg, FL, Position Type: Part Time less than 20, Salary Range: $16.70Hourly, Job Shift: Weekend , Job Category: Child Care, Schedule/Hours: Regular Part-Time at 16 hours/week, Saturday-Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET

This position is responsible for:

Providing childcare services for adolescents including personal care, hygiene, learning, developmental activities, and specialized programs. Plans, develops activities; prepares and maintains records; meets with Leads/Case Managers to discuss progress of children. Utilizes positive parenting practices in dealing with negative behaviors of children. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of property.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
• Implements age-appropriate activity and development plans utilizing discovery areas and hands-on activities.
• Observes the needs and progress of the children, communicates with Lead/Case Manager providing input and documentation on the physical, emotional, social, and academic needs of the individual children.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a normal childcare environment where there may be changes in weather and discomforts associated with outdoor activities at playgrounds, parks, beaches, and pools.

What we are looking for in you: Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. AND
• Two years’ Childcare experience (experience with teens preferred) with knowledge of the principles and practices of Child Behavior and Development, OR
• any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid State Driver's License and driving record approved by Territorial Headquarters Risk Management.
• Must possess valid CPR/First Aid Certification.

*This position requires a level 2 background screening. For general information about the Florida Clearinghouse screening process, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled