Children's Services Technician

About the role

The Children’s Services Technician works with the Supervisor and Staff to plan and execute childcare activities for children 0–17 years old who are attending core services at The Children's Assessment Center. The center provides a safe haven to sexually abused children and their families, employing a multidisciplinary team approach in the prevention, assessment, investigation, referral for prosecution, and treatment of child sexual abuse.

Responsibilities

• Assists with day-to-day operations of the Activity Center in the Children's Services program.
• Coordinates activities and special events, monitors and interacts with children, and ensures the safety and well-being of children.
• Completes reports and interacts with parents, Children's Assessment Center, and Child Welfare Staff.
• Performs routine caregiving tasks and helps ensure care is provided in accordance with standards.
• Plans and provides childcare activities for children 0–17 years old.
• Monitors and interacts with children to ensure child safety and well-being.
• Helps maintain a child-friendly environment by providing meals, clothing, entertainment, and activities, ensuring each child’s emotional, social, and physical needs are met while at The CAC.
• Assists Supervisor in planning volunteer training and education; oversees volunteers and assists with scheduling and follow-up to ensure coverage in the Activity Center.
• Handles data entry for Activity Center visitors; maintains and updates daily, monthly, and yearly reports.
• Assists in planning, preparing, and implementing all Children's Services special events, including large-scale holiday events.
• Assists in the transport of supplies and donations.
• Attends child development, child maltreatment, and other relevant training to enhance skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university.
• One (1) year of direct experience working with children.

Skills

• Excellent child-friendly communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and perform in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Preferences

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related area such as Child Development or Psychology (preferred).

CPS and criminal background checks required. Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. E-Verify upon hire.