Children’s Program Aide

Buckner International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner International in Dallas, TX is hiring a Full-time Children’s Program Aide for Buckner Children and Family Services. You will help run daily activities, supervise and nurture children, and support families in care. The role requires CPR/First Aid training, a high school diploma, and a commitment to Buckner’s mission.

You will assist with homework, crafts, recreation, and documentation while maintaining safety, discipline per policy, and open communication with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications required; must attend CPR, First Aid and restraint training as required.
• Must possess strong moral character and be a positive role model for youth and families.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English.
• Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle with valid license and proof of liability insurance; 21+ to drive.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Provide an environment that is growth producing and stimulates self-confidence and trust and a respect of people.
• Remain attentive to physical, emotional, spiritual, and academic growth of the children under supervision.
• Ensure that the environment is age appropriate, culturally sensitive and allows for children’s personal expression.
• Participate with youth in character development/enhancement activities and service learning projects.
• Maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with the children, parents, guests and coworkers.
• Report to supervisor any special needs or problems of individual children.
• Support the program in place for the children in care and have a regularly scheduled daily plan, including recreation, responsibility and spirituality.
• Implement appropriate discipline and supervision of the youth per Buckner policy and requirements.
• Maintain facility in a clean and orderly manner; report needed repairs.
• Maintain awareness of needs of children and openness to program changes as directed.
• Maintain records, daily reports, incident reports and other documentation as necessary.
• Assist with paperwork, bulletin boards, and other documentation to develop skills of children in care.
• Assist youth with homework, arts, crafts projects and recreation activities.
• Report suspected child abuse/neglect to supervisor immediately.
• Provide safe transportation for children in Buckner vehicles as required.
• Assist with cleaning duties and menu planning, including snacks/meals.
• Attend and participate in meetings and in-service trainings, including CPR and First Aid.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

English Proficiency

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Dallas, TX

Address: 3300 Lombardy, Dallas, TX

Job Schedule: Full-time

We are seeking a Full-time Children’s Program Aide to join our Family Hope Center. The Children’s Program Aide serves in a strategic function at Buckner Children and Family Services and is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of all children programs inc. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others!

What you’ll do:

• Provide an environment that is growth producing and which stimulates self-confidence and trust and a respect of people.
• Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and academic growth of the children under supervision.
• Ensure that the environment is age appropriate, culturally sensitive and allows for children’s personal expression.
• Participate with youth in character development/enhancement activities and service learning projects.
• Maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with the children, parents, guests and coworkers.
• Report to supervisor any special needs or problems of individual children.
• Support the program in place for the children in care and have a regularly scheduled daily plan, which includes elements of recreation, responsibility and spirituality.
• Implement appropriate discipline and supervision of the youth in accordance with Buckner policy, regulatory requirements and standards, and the needs of the children.
• Maintain facility in a clean and orderly manner. Report needed repairs to immediate supervisor.
• Maintain an awareness of the needs of children with an openness and flexibility for creative program changes when necessary. Implement program changes as directed.
• Maintain records, daily report sheets and incident reports and other documentation as necessary.
• Assist with paperwork, bulletin boards, and other documentation as required to develop and enhance the skills of the children in care.
• Assist youth with homework, arts, and crafts projects and implement recreation activities.
• Report immediately any suspected child abuse/neglect to the Supervisor.
• Provide safe transportation for children in van or other Buckner vehicle as required.
• Assist with cleaning duties as appropriate, including, but not limited to, wiping down tables and emptying trash.
• Assist with menu planning and preparation and the delivery of snack and/or meal items.
• Attend and participate in meeting and in-service training, including CPR and First Aid training

What you’ll bring:

• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required.
• Requires current CPR and First Aid certifications; must attend CPR, First Aid and restraint training as required.
• Must possess strong moral character, personal attributes and mannerisms so as to serve as a positive role model for youth and their families.
• Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English.
• Requires the ability to maintain a positive attitude and approach when working with children and parents
• Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires ability to walk, stand and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

*The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.*

About Buckner Children and Family Services:

Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands‑on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life.

Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith‑based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world.

Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org.

Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants — with respect.

Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law).

You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.