Childcare Specialist | 35-Hour Week & Recovery Support

Odyssey House; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Two Plans)

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Plan

Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimb

Job summary

Odyssey House invites applications for a Childcare Worker at the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery in New York. This role supports children from 1 month to 12 years, assists in daily activities, meals, and safety while guiding development and parent interaction.

Requires a high school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred; CPR/First Aid recommended. You’ll join a multi-benefit program offering comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, commuter and education benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; two years of childcare experience preferred.
• Associate's degree in a related field is preferred; CPR/First Aid recommended.
• Must pass NYS Central Registry Check and fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct childcare services for children aged 1 month to 12 years.
• Assist with daily activities, meal/snack service, and classroom setup/cleanup.
• Support licensed daycare operations and model positive interactions with families.
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and safety/drills.
• Maintain inventory and supervise children during trips and outings.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Odyssey House invites applications for a Childcare Worker at the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery in New York. This role supports children from 1 month to 12 years, assists in daily activities, meals, and safety while guiding development and parent interaction.

Requires a high school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred; CPR/First Aid recommended. You’ll join a multi-benefit program offering comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, commuter and education benefits.