Childcare Provider, KidTown

Position: Childcare Provider, KidTown, 9:30a - 6p, Full-time
Location: Cynthiana

Harrison Memorial Hospital (HMH), located in Cynthiana, Kentucky, is a 61‑bed, independent, non‑profit healthcare facility dedicated to providing high‑quality medical services to our community since 1906. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by Medicare and Medicaid, reflecting our commitment to excellence in patient care.

A Growing Network of Care

HMH is proud to offer comprehensive healthcare services through our diverse facilities and programs, including:

• Harrison Memorial Hospital – A leading independent, not‑for‑profit hospital, providing cutting‑edge medical care with a patient‑centered approach.
• Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) – Bringing quality primary care closer to our community, ensuring access to essential healthcare services in rural areas.
• EMS Office – A highly trained Emergency Medical Services team, delivering rapid response and lifesaving care when it matters most.
• Kid Town Daycare – A trusted childcare facility dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for our employees' families.
• Specialty Clinics – Offering advanced specialty care, including cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, and more, ensuring patients receive expert care close to home.
• Clinic Pharmacy – Providing convenient, personalized pharmacy services, ensuring seamless medication management for our patients and community.

At HMH, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where healthcare professionals can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of our community.
Join us at Harrison Memorial Hospital, where you can be part of a dedicated team delivering exceptional healthcare in a community‑focused setting.

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Summary/Purpose

The Childcare Provider is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children ranging in age from infants to preschoolers. This role involves supporting physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through structured activities, free play, and personalized care tailored to age and developmental stage.

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well‑being of children in the assigned age group.
• Develop and implement age‑appropriate daily activities that promote learning and development.
• Feed, diaper, and attend to hygiene needs of infants and toddlers following all health and safety protocols.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds; take long walks with children; run after a child if that child is in danger; perform exercises and dance with children; participate in playground activities; alert and quick enough to monitor several children at one time.
• Has patience to deal with stresses involved with childcare; dealing with unhappy infants and crying children; potty training; aggressive children; dealing with high noise levels.
• Able to hear infant cry or choke, children call for assistance, intercom messages (Emergency Procedure Notification) over noises of children, doors opening.
• Maintain open and positive communication with parents and guardians, providing daily updates and addressing concerns.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Encourage positive behavior and social interaction through appropriate guidance techniques.
• Maintain accurate records of each child’s development, attendance, and incidents.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of classroom areas and shared spaces.
• Follow all licensing regulations, center policies, and emergency procedures.
• Support transitions between activities and assist children in adapting to routines.
• Collaborate with other staff and participate in team meetings and training sessions.

Role

Minimum Qualifications Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Licensure and Certifications – At Hire

• NA

Required Licensure and Certifications – Post Hire

• BLS

Required Minimum Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, compassion, and a love for working with children.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and best practices in early childhood care.
• Ability to multitask and respond quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
• Dependability and commitment to safety and consistency.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) or coursework in Early Childhood Education.
• 1–2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center or similar setting.

Education Requirements (All)

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits:
Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Department Manager.

This is a Full‑Time position:
Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm.

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