Relief Childcare Provider

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Part time, relief position. Hours may vary depending on the program needs.

$16.50 per hour

Childcare providers are responsible for the direct supervision of children (birth - 18 years old) enrolled in a crisis nursery program, ensuring their physical safety at all times. The provider must be able to balance safety consideration with the child's need to be active.

• Recognize, document and take appropriate action in the case of suspected abuse, illness or accident
• Maintain a clean, organized, appealing environment that promotes comfort and security
• Maintain clean materials and equipment
• Maintain constant surveillance of the surrounding outdoor environment
• Ensure that each child receives nutritious meals, meeting their daily requirement
• Maintain fair and orderly control, with constant supervision of children
• Help children learn through setting limits
• Work with other childcare providers, volunteers and parents to best meet the needs of the children in our care
• Be professional when consulting with parents, provider and family members maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Record timely, complete, legible documentation of child's observed behaviors
• Represent the program in a positive and professional manner to all areas

• Adhere to ethical conduct
• Demonstrate professionalism i.e., timely, dependable, responsible, flexible
• Be non-judgmental and respectful
• Model principles of inclusion and tolerance
• Be youth centered and positive
• Be family friendly
• Establish effective working relationships with supervisor and co-workers
• Develop positive relationships with all key stakeholders
• Have strong literacy skills (i.e., reading, writing, comprehension)
• Have excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Conduct research and apply best-practices and evaluation methods
• Effectively promote knowledge and skill development and positive behaviors
• Provide leadership and/or work independently as requested
• Comply with NYS Child Care Provider and NY State OCFS regulations

A minimum of a high school diploma AND at least 2 years' experience in paid or unpaid childcare. Must be at least 18 years old.

The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.

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