Childcare Specialist - Part Time

Behavioral Health Resources; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in behavioral health is seeking a nurturing childcare provider to assist infants and children in a daycare setting. The ideal candidate will engage in planning activities, documenting progress, and ensuring a safe and healthy environment for children of mothers in treatment programs. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule and compensation based on experience.

Benefits

Sick leave accruals according to Washington State law

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with children.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance recommended.
• COVID vaccination highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing childcare for infants and children in a daycare.
• Plan and implement daily activities for child development.
• Document child progress and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Experience with children 0-5 years old

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Provide nurturing childcare for infants and children in a daycare setting for the children of mothers completing residential substance use treatment. Plan and implement appropriate daily activities that meet the individual and group needs; encourage parent involvement, document child progress/activities; provide and maintain an environment that is physically, socially and emotionally safe and healthy. This position is 3 days per week on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays working 6 hours per day.

Compensation: $18 - $24.81 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. Employees are eligible for sick leave accruals in accordance with Washington State law.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience working with children 0-5 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• While no longer required, as a health care provider BHR highly recommends applicants and employees are fully vaccinated against Covid.

BHR has over 175 employees serving Thurston, Mason and Grays Harbor counties in Western Washington. The agency's mission is to support and strengthen individuals, families, and the community by promoting mental health and substance use disorder recovery. Mental health and addiction recovery are integral to overall community health. Our vision is a community healed through treatment, education, and advocacy. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our services, in our workplace, and in our community.