Lead Child Care Worker SUBSTITUTE

Sacramento Children's Home; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lead Child Care Worker to support its mission of preventing child abuse and neglect. This role involves providing supervision and care for children ages 0-5 in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will coordinate activities, ensure child safety, and communicate effectively with staff and families. Join a team that values diversity and offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with 12 postsecondary units in Early Childhood Education.
• 6 months of direct care experience with infants can substitute for educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and care of children at the Crisis Nursery.
• Coordinate direct care operations and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Communicate with management regarding child admission and discharge.

Skills

Child Care

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Positive Discipline

Education

High School Diploma or GED

12 Post-Secondary Units in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate Credential

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Sacramento Children's Home provided pay range

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Base pay range

$22.24/hr - $25.02/hr

Description

Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.

OVERVIEW: The Sacramento Crisis Nursery is a family-strengthening program, where parents can bring their children ages 0-5 to one of two Sacramento nurseries for emergency childcare services or overnight care during difficult times. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing support to families in times of crisis.

Under the supervision of the Crisis Nursery Supervisor, the Lead Child Care Worker (LCCW) supports the mission of the agency and program by ensuring the safety, care and supervision of children at the Crisis Nursery. The LCCW is responsible for coordinating the direct care operations during the shift and is the main communication link to site supervisors. The LCCW supports the development and implementation of age-appropriate activities for children in care. The LCCW applies Community Care Licensing (CCL), agency and program standards in the operation and care of children.

DUTIES

• Provide supervision, protection and care of children individually and in groups at all times.
• Provide assistance to each child in working with a group and in handling individual problems.
• Oversee and implement the child guidance system for managing play activities.
• Administration of positive discipline and setting of limits for behavior.
• Notate child's progress, identify the possible need for professional services, and communicate such findings to professional staff.
• Implement developmentally and age appropriate activities for a diverse population of children from various racial, ethnic, cultural, economic, social and religious backgrounds.
• Prepare and present preschool and infant activities consistent with the assigned schedule involving areas such as music, perceptual motor skills, health education, science, creative arts, social studies and language arts.
• Instruct children individually and in small groups, and supervise play and learning activities in the inside and outside play area.
• Maintain constant attention to the safety of the children and their environment.
• Be responsible for the total care of all children during assigned shift.
• Supervise the children consistent with CCL regulations and SCH/CN Policies and Systems.
• Assure all child care needs are met, including but not limited to preparing meals and bottles, diaper changes, bathing, feeding, one-on-one interaction, etc.
• Remain alert to physical and/or emotional changes in infants or children indicating the onset of illness.
• Observe infants and children for drowsiness, need to rest, to be bathed and changed.
• Complete bed checks to assure the well-being of the children for overnight shifts consistent with established policies and standards.
• Apply crisis intervention techniques to ensure the safety of children and staff.
• Apply positive discipline when necessary, abiding by program and agency policies and standards.
• Oversee visits with families or caregivers as necessary.
• Ensure that the children are kept clean and healthy (i.e. baths, brushing teeth, washing hands, etc.).
• Administer medications and treatments following accurate dosage and times as prescribed or recorded in the child’s chart.
• Ensure nutritious meals and snacks are prepared and served family style.
• Constantly monitor and maintain the cleanliness and safety of the interior and exterior of the Nursery, in accordance with program and Title 22 regulations.
• Assist with general and specific tasks and special projects including, but not limited to, cleaning, laundry, changing bedding, preparing meals and snacks, etc. for the children.
• Clean and sanitize beds once children leave the Nursery.
• Evaluate the changing needs of the Nursery and allocate staff, consistent with established child to staff ratios, depending on the age, number of children and other factors affecting care and supervision of children.
• Remain aware of the overall duties that need to be completed for the shift and provide work direction, ongoing feedback and problem-solving for CCWs, Volunteers, and AmeriCorps staff.
• Communicate with management regarding any questions concerning admission or discharge of a child, illness, accident or incident that may need immediate or future attention.
• Communicate all staffing performance or conduct issues immediately, or as soon as possible.
• Administer immediate coaching and employee discipline in the absence of the site supervisors.
• Participate in staff investigations and provide written statements when requested.
• Proactively and immediately address problems or areas needing improvement, including quantity or quality of work before the end of the shift.
• Ensure that interactions with children and families are supportive, focus on de-escalation of the crisis situation and take steps so as not to become upset and support this in other staff.
• Provide feedback to management regarding the performance of support staff.
• Make decisions based on all available facts, regulations, policies, systems and established expectations.
• Checks-in with CCW’s during their shift and checks their written documentation and forms for accuracy. Verify that each CCW has made any necessary corrections.
• Check charts for complete information and follow orders given therein.
• Review and complete written documentation per program requirements, and in compliance with agency policy and CCL regulations.

Positions are available at our North Crisis Nursery and our South Crisis Nursery.

LOCATION: 6699 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95831 (Crisis Nursery South), or 4533 Pasadena Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821 (Crisis Nursery North)

SCHEDULE: Varies, minimum of 16 hours a week. Mandatory Wednesday staff meeting

SALARY: $22.24 - $25.02 per hour, to start

Qualifications

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or GED is required. Must have completed 12 postsecondary semester units or equivalent quarter units, focusing on Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Child Health at an accredited institution. At least 3 semester units must include coursework in infant care. Six months of direct care experience with infants can substitute for these units. Alternatively, 9 semester units in relevant classes plus six months of work in a licensed childcare setting are required. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Teacher Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is also acceptable. Candidates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in related fields are preferred. Driving is required, with a valid license and insurance. Must be at least 21 years old.

Benefits

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, disability plans, retirement with match, paid leave, holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and career growth opportunities.

To Apply

Qualified employees should submit a Request for Promotion or Transfer form along with a resume. External candidates can apply via our online application. Note: All new hires must pass a background check and drug test.