Childcare Provider B

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc.; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc. seeks a Childcare Provider B to deliver quality care and education for children in the shelter program. The role covers supervision, meal assistance, hygiene, and curriculum activities within a supportive, safe environment.

The position requires CPR/First Aid, 1 year of related experience, and flexibility for shifts including evenings and weekends. The organization emphasizes equal opportunity and compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related childcare experience.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Mobility to perform physically demanding tasks with children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise safety of all children in Bay Area Turning Point childcare.
• Assist with distribution of meals and monitor during mealtimes.
• Help children with hygiene, diapering, and clothing changes.
• Implement curriculum and lead safe, supervised activities.
• Maintain communication with parents and emergency contacts.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Mobility for active children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

Job Title: Childcare Provider B

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Client Services Program

Reports to: Children’s Services Manager

Pay Rate: $37,200 year; $17.88 hour

Position Overview

Childcare Provider B is responsible for providing top-quality care and education for children residing in the shelter program during the assigned shift, ensuring wellness within the shelter facility.

HOURS

40 hours or as necessary to achieve program objectives, tasks, activities, and responsibilities and to effectively document outcome measures and variations.

Typical Work Schedule: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 10am-7pm; Tuesday and Thursday 11am-8pm; 1-hour lunch; Tuesday 3rd & Friday 2nd Mandatory Staff Meetings every month; Quarterly Staff Meetings 2nd Friday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor the safety of all children signed into Bay Area Turning Point’s Childcare.
• Assist with the distribution of prepared meals and monitor children during mealtimes and snack time.
• Help children maintain good hygiene, including washing hands and changing the children’s clothes and diapers of infants and toddlers.
• Adhere to organized activities and implement a curriculum that allows children to learn about the world and explore interests in a safe and sanitary environment.
• Adhere to developed schedules and routines to ensure children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring the concerns to the attention of the supervisor.
• Adhere to a developed daily cleaning routine that keeps all the interactive areas sanitary and safe.
• Work with supervisor to maintain communication with parents and contact parents in emergency situations.
• Pick up children enrolled in childcare from their respective bus routes during the school year.
• Attend and assist with preparing field trips and special activities for children enrolled in childcare.
• Adhere to and ensure that all agency/program policies and procedures are always followed.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings.
• Participate as requested in the documentation of children’s services participating in childcare.
• Assist with parent orientation and tour of the childcare facility.
• Provide crisis intervention assistance to current residents and hotline callers.
• Maintain confidentiality pertaining to the shelter facility's records, residents, and locale.
• Report all significant incidents that might affect staff and client safety or the shelter operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Must possess valid CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to endure tasks that require mobility and keep up with the demands of active children.

Education and Other Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Required completion of Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle report, and reference checks.
• Must have a clean driving record/ have automobile insurance coverage and, be insurable/ have at least three years of verifiable driving experience.
• Ability to work untraditional hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to lift/carry/move a minimum of 40 lbs. for an extended distance.

Job-Specific Competencies

• Able to manage and tolerate noise levels and multiple needs of children in a group setting.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks and changing workloads.
• Ability to demonstrate communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm in a crisis and remain solution-focused.
• Sensitivity and knowledge about the issues of family violence and its impact on women and children.
• Ability to work with diverse clients and maintain appropriate boundaries in meeting all client’s needs.

I have read and understand the essential job functions that have been outlined in the above job description for Bay Area Turning Point, Inc.

Bay Area Turning Point (BATP) believes that equal opportunity for all employees is important for the continuing success of our organization. In accordance with state and federal law, BATP will not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment because of race, disability, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or non-job related factors in hiring, promotion, demotion, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. Opportunity is provided to all employees based on qualifications and job requirements.

NOTE: It is the policy of BATP not to hire applicants who have received services from our agency within the previous 12 month period.