Part Time Childcare Specialist at Promise

Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Childcare Specialist in our Promise Program in Orem, Utah. This role offers the meaningful opportunity to support young children while their mothers participate in outpatient substance use treatment.

About Us

Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.

About the Role

Childcare Specialists are an essential part of the program, helping create a safe, nurturing environment for children ages 6 and under and contributing to a family-centered approach to recovery.

Responsibilities

• Create fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities for children in the Promise Program.
• Support children with daily routines while maintaining a calm, nurturing environment.
• Ensure the childcare space is always safe, clean, and supervised.
• Work closely with a supportive team to provide high-quality care and enriching experiences.
• Adapt to a schedule typically Monday–Thursday, with occasional adjustments based on program needs.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families while growing your childcare and early childhood development skills.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and team members.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach when working with children of various ages, backgrounds, and emotional needs.
• Ability to maintain a supportive, structured environment while managing multiple tasks throughout the day.
• Basic understanding of child development, age-appropriate behaviors, and trauma-informed care principles (or willingness to learn).
• Reliable, responsible, and able to follow safety procedures to ensure the well-being of children in your care.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training, supervision, and skill development.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Pay

$17.50–$23.31/hour (DOE). Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM (varies).

Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review, and criminal background check. After hire, you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from the Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.