Child Care Worker (Part-Time) (7539)
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: FLA-St Petersburg AC Sallie House Childrens Shelter - St Petersburg, FL 33701Position Type: Part Time with Benefits 20 or MoreSalary Range: $16.70 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Child CareSchedule/Hours: Regular Part-Time at 25 hours/week, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM ET
This position is responsible for
Providing childcare services for adolescents including personal care, hygiene, learning, developmental activities, and specialized programs. Plans, develops activities; prepares and maintains records; meets with Leads/Case Managers to discuss progress of children. Utilizes positive parenting practices in dealing with negative behaviors of children. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of property.
Key Responsibilities
· Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
· Implements age-appropriate activity and development plans utilizing discovery areas and hands-on activities.
· Observes the needs and progress of the children, communicates with Lead/Case Manager providing input and documentation on the physical, emotional, social, and academic needs of the individual children.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Work is performed in a normal childcare environment where there may be changes in weather and discomforts associated with outdoor activities at playgrounds, parks, beaches, and pools.
Employee Benefits
Paid Time Off
Supplemental Benefits (Aflac)
What we are looking for in youEducation and Experience:
· High school diploma or G.E.D. AND
· Two years’ Childcare experience (experience with teens preferred) with knowledge of the principles and practices of Child Behavior and Development, OR
· any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses and Certifications
· Valid State Driver's License and driving record approved by Territorial Headquarters Risk Management.
· Must possess valid CPR/First Aid Certification.
*This position requires a level 2 background screening. For general information about the Florida Clearinghouse screening process, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled
Company at a glance
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
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.
Top Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Supplemental Benefits
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