Childcare Assistant (Per Diem)

Atask; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

ATASK is seeking a per diem Childcare Assistant for its Emergency Shelter in Boston, MA. You will care for and supervise children, plan age-appropriate activities, and communicate with parents as needed. The role is onsite, non-exempt, with hours determined by organizational needs.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of childcare experience. Join a dedicated shelter team focused on safety, learning, and supportive services for families; support monthly

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated two years of experience working as a childcare provider.
• Ability to observe, respond to children's needs and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children in age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children in the shelter.
• Provide physical care and cleaning of young children as required, including changing diapers, assisting with toileting, wiping runny noses and providing hand sanitizer.
• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with shelter clients and their families.
• Plan and implement indoor and outdoor activities, including songs, puzzles, arts and crafts, reading and games.
• Communicate with parents via GroupMe about emergencies or notification requests.
• Follow shelter policies regarding confidentiality and safety.
• Maintain open communication with shelter staff and parents using GroupMe.
• Provide regular updates to Shelter Manager; complete incident reports when needed.

Skills

Two years childcare experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Position:

ATASK is in search of a passionate and dedicated individual to join our shelter team as a per diem Childcare Assistant. The position is based out of our Emergency Shelter in Boston, serving clients throughout Massachusetts and occasionally bordering states to provide needed services to victims, survivors, and their children.

Location and Commitments:

• Per diem, non-exempt, work hours are determined by organizational needs.
• This is an onsite position.

Reports to: Co- Shelter Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Childcare Assistant is responsible for providing care for and supervision of the children in the program.

Direct Service Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children in age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children in the shelter.
• Provide physical care and cleaning of young children as required, including changing diapers, assisting with toileting, wiping runny noses and providing hand sanitizer.
• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with shelter clients and their families.
• Plan and implement indoor and outdoor activities, including songs, puzzles, arts and crafts, reading and games.
• Communicate with parents via the GroupMe App about any emergencies that arise or if they request to be notified about specific situations while their child is being cared for.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Follow shelter policies regarding confidentiality and safety.
• Plan activities in advance using the Shelter’s suggested activity list to ensure readiness upon arrival; and update the list with additional ideas as needed.
• Maintain open communication with shelter staff and parents using GroupMe App.
• Provide a summary of activities to shelter office staff to include in the monthly newsletters.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of playroom, including organizing toys and notifying Shelter Co-Manager when supplies are needed. Meet monthly with Co- Shelter Manager.
• Report any concerns related to a child’s well-being to the designated shelter staff.
• Care for resources and playroom equipment responsibly.
• Provide regular updates to Co- Shelter Manager
• Complete incident reports when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

*Job description duties are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employer

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated two years of experience working as a childcare provider
• In addition to the job description, all staff members at ATASK must be able to perform the following essential functions to maintain employment:
  • Be able to observe, see, hear and respond to children’s needs, emergencies and interpersonal conflicts, within the shelter setting.
  • Lift up to 30 pounds from floor to a waist high surface multiple times a day (approximately 10-15 times).
  • Crouch comfortably to a child’s level, maintain eye contact at the child’s level, sit on the floor, and stand up with ease.
  • Reach children at various heights, including elevated play equipment.
  • Assess cognitive, social and physical needs of children and communicate in writing and verbally in the English language at a level that 90 to 95% of parents and other staff can understand and respond to.
  • Manage emotional demands and occasional stress, that comes with working closely with children and families in a shelter environment.
  • Respond quickly to emergencies, including running if needed.
  • Participate fully in all daily activities including singing, interactive play and reading stories.
  • Move quickly and flexibly in response to unfolding situations or to support staff and children as needed.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. ATASK is not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time and therefore applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

The Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women, survivors, immigrants and refugees, people of color, LGBQ/T individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. It is ATASK’s policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender, genetic information, natural origin, disability, veteran status, or on basis of any other legally protected category.