Childcare Worker

salvarmycareers; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Minnesota seeks a part-time Childcare Worker to supervise and nurture children during on-site programs. The role supports parents while they participate in Corps activities, with a focus on safety and engaging age-appropriate activities.

Hours are 8 per week, including some evenings and weekends; compensation ranges from $16.07 to $16.63 per hour. This is a non-benefits eligible position located at 700 S Riverfront Dr., Mankato.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for children in supervised settings.
• Ability to communicate with parents/guardians clearly.
• Commitment to safety and child well-being.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive, respectful atmosphere among staff and clients.
• Support Salvation Army mission with dignity and non-discrimination.
• Engage families and children in Corps activities and events.
• Plan and run age-appropriate activities and crafts.
• Learn and use children's and parents' names; communicate well.
• Supervise children safely and follow Safe From Harm guidelines.
• Provide childcare during church functions (Sun services, Bible study).
• Handle situations with tact and fairness; stay enthusiastic.
• Help clean toys and keep nursery organized and safe.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Childcare

Job description

Summary of Position

The Childcare Worker will be responsible for the nurture and supervision of all children participating in the temporary on-site care offered by the Mankato Corps. The Childcare Worker will develop activities to engage and teach young children while their parents/guardians participate in Corps programs and events.

This is a regular part-time, non-benefits eligible position with a workweek expectation of 8 hours, including some nights and weekends.

$16.07 to $16.63 per hour, 10 hours a week

700 S Riverfront Dr., Mankato, MN 56001

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This job description is not all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential duties of the position. Other duties, responsibilities and tasks may be assigned by corps officer/administrator.

• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors. This would include but not be limited to such actions: resolution of conflicts in a professional manner; courteous treatment of staff, visitors and clients; respect of others’ property and person, professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates.
• Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every client, donor, and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.
• Engage all community members (including and not limited to, families/children, volunteers, etc.) in a way that brings them to the Corps for programming, activities, events, and Pathway of Hope.
• Organize and execute age appropriate activities, including biblical lessons and crafts, for children both individually and in groups.
• Learn the names of the children and their parents and communicate effectively with each party.
• Patiently supervise multiple children and ensure Safe From Harm guidelines are maintained.
• Provide childcare for church functions including, but not limited to: Sunday worship, mid-week Bible study and special event weekends (likely two weekends per year).
• Handle difficult situations with speed, tact, and fairness.
• Maintain a high level of enthusiasm.
• Assist in the cleaning of toys and other materials and ensure the nursery is clean and de-cluttered.
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and participants.
• All other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

There are normally no hazardous or significantly unpleasant physical working conditions, with the exception of the occasional emotional distress or turmoil (due to varying situations) with and between staff and/or clients. The duties and responsibilities of this position cannot be worked from home.

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk Level

Risk Level 1 - The tasks or activities conducted by Risk Level 1 workers would involved no expectation of exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Physical Activities and Requirements of Position

Talking

• Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions, information, and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Hearing Ability

• Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information

Physical Ability

• Movements frequently and regularly required using the majority of the body to sit, stand and bend.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, jump, run and remain active for majority of the work day.
• Able to exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally.

Visual Ability

• Average, ordinary, visual activity necessary to prepare or inspect documents.

Travel

• The incumbent will be required to travel by personal vehicle, organization vehicle or other mode of travel to support the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Mental Activities and Requirements of Position

Reasoning Ability

• Able to interpret various instructions.

Mathematics Ability

• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.

Language Ability

• Ability to speak read and write fluent English.
• Ability to speak, read and write English in a manner that is sufficient for clear communication with supervisors, employees, leaders, parents and participants in order to perform the requirements of this job.

The Salvation Army Mission

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its Mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Fair Chance Hire

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.