Relief Childcare Provider

Center for Youth Services • City of Rochester, NY

17h • $17

About The Position

The Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice.
Overview:
During a crisis, such as an accident, sudden illness, or housing emergency, a caregiver can bring their children to the Crisis Nursery or Owen House. Staff provides free, temporary, professional care to birth to 14 years old.
Schedule: Part time, relief position. Hours may vary depending on the program needs

Requirements

• High School Degree OR GED OR Equivalent AND 2 years' experience in paid or unpaid childcare
• Must be 18 years of age
• Excellent literacy and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Recognize, document and take appropriate action in the case of suspected abuse, illness or accident
• Maintain a clean, organized, appealing environment that promotes comfort and security
• Maintain constant surveillance of the surrounding outdoor environment
• Ensure that each child receives nutritious meals, meeting their daily requirement
• Maintain fair and orderly control, with constant supervision of children
• Help children learn through setting limits
• Work with other childcare providers, volunteers and parents to best meet the needs of the children in our care
• Be professional when consulting with parents, provider and family members
• Maintain confidentiality
• Record timely, complete, legible documentation of child's observed behaviors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED