Childcare Staff

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and at least one year of experience in the childcare field or customer service industry.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Basic skills and knowledge of computer software applications.
• Must have an upbeat, creative, fun and learning attitude.
• Certification for child and infant CPR and Basic First Aid is required.
• Must meet Park Board employment and physical standards, which includes a background check, drug and alcohol screening.
• Experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and aptitude to perform the defined duties.

Responsibilities

• Represents the CWAC brand while providing a high level of customer service to visitors and members.
• Maintains professional internal and external relationships in keeping with CPRST core values.
• Administers opening and closing responsibilities for the childcare facilities.
• Supervises and monitors the safety of all children.
• Ensures all children are maintaining good hygiene while the in care of the staff.
• Changes infant and toddler diapers as needed or every 30 minutes in a clean and controlled manner.
• Greets all parents/guardians at drop off and ensures only those authorized to pick up children are allowed to do so.
• Controls substances children may be allergic to and notes any medical issues that may arise with certain children in their care.
• Communicates with parents/guardians any issues that may occur while in the care of the staff.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary working environment at all times.
• Communicates with the Childcare Lead any and all conflicts or issues with children, parents, or guardians.
• Ensures child to caregiver ratios are always at or above industry standard and requirements.
• Knows emergency procedures in the event of a medical or situational emergency.
• Aids the Childcare Lead in maintaining childcare supplies including wipes, diapers, and facility cleaning supplies.
• Attends all meetings as required by superiors.
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism and ethics working amicably with the Park Board, the Executive Director, Administrators, Supervisors, Personnel and Community.
• Exhibits proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Performs other duties as assigned by superiors.