Childcare assistant - Day Care Center - Full time-Days

trinityhealth; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center seeks a full-time childcare professional for MercyOne Child Development Center. The role emphasizes safety, nurturing interactions, and engaging activities for children aged 6 weeks to 10 years.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be prepared to complete state-mandated early childhood training. Weekend coverage is not required, with day shifts typical.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; continuing ed hours in early childhood encouraged.
• Must complete mandated training (Child Abuse Reporter) within specified timeframes.
• Basic childcare experience preferred and beneficial for growth within role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and ensure their safety at all times.
• Provide a warm, caring environment and positive redirection as needed.
• Support daily activities and partner with parents and peers to meet needs.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State continuing education hours (Early Childhood Education)

Mandatory Reporter Training within 6 months

Job description

Employment Type

Full time Shift: Day Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.

In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence. Do you believe that finger painting is serious business, story time can change a child's day, and every hug, high-five, and encouraging word matters? If so, MercyOne Child Development Center may be the perfect place for you!

Our vibrant 13-room childcare facility serves children from 6 weeks through 10 years of age, creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We are seeking a caring, energetic, and dependable full-time childcare professional to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families. As a MercyOne colleague, you will receive our comprehensive benefit plan including paid time off and retirement. Must have a passion working with children and childcare experience is strongly preferred.

General Requirements

• Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.
• Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
• Actively knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the organization's mission and core values, including the Guiding Behaviors and Caring Model Principles, and always conducts oneself in a manner consistent with these values.
• Demonstrates specific customer-focused behaviors relating to attitude, privacy/confidentiality, communication skills and professional behavior.
• Assists and carries out planned activities as necessary.
• Recognizes and attempts to meet the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the children. Treats all children with respect.
• Exhibits a warm, loving, and respectful caring attitude toward all children disciplining in accordance with the Center's guide.
• Supervises children and always provides for their physical safety. In doing so, identifies and corrects potential risk situations and hazards and completes incident reports.
• Creates an environment which is interesting and challenging to the children.
• Demonstrates willingness to discuss and work out problems with peers and parents as they arise.
• Demonstrates knowledge of positive reinforcement and redirection as behavior modification techniques.
• Seeks most continuing education requirements in areas that will be most beneficial to the department and the individual.
• Strives for individual performance excellence within the job to help the department achieve its goals.

Schedule

Full time Days; Primarily looking for candidates to work hours between 10:00am - 6:30pm, or 11:00am - 7:30pm. Our Child Development Center is open Monday through Friday 5:45am - 7:30pm. No weekends or holidays!

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must earn State Mandatory hours of continuing education in Early Childhood Education per year.
• Must meet all mandatory education and training requirements within specified timeframes as required by organizational/regulatory standards.
• Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
• One to two years previous work experience with children and/or schooling in Early Childhood Education is highly desirable.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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