Therapeutic Childcare Assistant

Lifeline Connections; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lifeline Connections in Vancouver, WA is hiring a Therapeutic Childcare Assistant to support lead teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate childcare programs for children birth-5. The role emphasizes safety, structured routines, and collaborative communication with families and staff.

The position requires physical stamina, flexibility, and adherence to state regulations. Benefits include medical coverage, disability and life insurance, a 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Associate in arts in early childhood education preferred.
• MERIT account and initial STARS training completed.
• Have a minimum of an ECE initial certificate or equivalent as approved and verified in the electronic workforce registry by the department within five years of August 1, 2019, or from being employed or promoted to this position.
• Willingness and ability to act as lead teacher for up to 2 weeks at any point in employment.
• Paid experience teaching children ages birth-5 ;
• Current First Aid/CPR certification;
• Ability to continuously stand or walk;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds ;
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Responsibilities

• Provide all children, regardless of behavior, a much needed sense of safety
• Maintain a clean, inviting and well-organized classroom environment
• Provide boundaries for children and mothers in a calm and non-judgmental way
• Manage a group of up to 10 children with regular scheduled oversight
• Engage children in developmentally appropriate learning and recreational activities influenced by children’s interests
• Be flexible, empathetic and non-judgmental
• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain accurate files and complete paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain current understanding of Washington State Administrative Codes (WACs) and Revised Codes of Washington (RCWs) and federal regulations pertaining to chemical dependency treatment, early childhood education, and the management of personal health information

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate in Arts in Early Childhood Education preferred

MERIT account and STARS training completed

ECE initial certificate or equivalent verified within five years

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

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Therapeutic Childcare Assistant

Regular - Full Time Vancouver, WA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2020

Salary Range: $18.84 To $19.60 Hourly

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions.

Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.

Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

MAJOR DUTIES: The Assistant Therapeutic Childcare Teacher works under the supervision of the Childcare Supervisor. The individual assists the lead teacher or licensee in providing instructional support to children and implement developmentally appropriate programs in the childcare programs. Activities include assessing, monitoring and planning for children’s developmental growth; providing predictability and stability in schedule, routine and interpersonal interactions; modeling appropriate interactions with children and communicating with families, the Childcare Supervisor, and other staff as necessary. This position does not provide clinical services to agency patients. In providing these services, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

• Provide all children, regardless of behavior, a much needed sense of safety
• Maintain a clean, inviting and well-organized classroom environment
• Provide boundaries for children and mothers in a calm and non-judgmental way
• Manage a group of up to 10 children with regular scheduled oversight
• Engage children in developmentally appropriate learning and recreational activities influenced by children’s interests
• Be flexible, empathetic and non-judgmental
• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain accurate files and complete paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain current understanding of Washington State Administrative Codes (WACs) and Revised Codes of Washington (RCWs) and federal regulations pertaining to chemical dependency treatment, early childhood education, and the management of personal health information

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Associate in arts in early childhood education preferred;
• Must have MERIT account and initial STARS training completed;
• Have a minimum of an ECE initial certificate or equivalent as approved and verified in the electronic workforce registry by the department within five years of August 1, 2019, or from being employed or promoted to this position;
• Willingness and ability to act as lead teacher for up to 2 weeks at any point in employment;
• Paid experience teaching children ages birth-5 ;
• Current First Aid/CPR certification;
• Ability to continuously stand or walk;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds ;
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Benefits

Lifeline Connections strives to be an employer of choice by offering regular and full-time employees a robust and highly competitive benefits package designed to support both personal and family well-being. Our comprehensive benefits include multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

In addition, Lifeline Connections provides employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options. Full-time employees and eligible part-time employees may also enroll in our 401(k) retirement plan, helping support long-term financial wellness.

Beyond benefits coverage, Lifeline Connections is proud to offer generous paid time off. Both full-time and part-time employees earn PTO at competitive accrual rates that increase with years of service, allowing for meaningful time away from work. Employees also receive paid holidays and personal holidays, reinforcing our commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.