Child Care Attendant - Child Care Center
PeaceHealth
Ketchikan, AK
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$16.76–$25.16 Per Hour
LOCATION
Ketchikan, AK
POSTED
30+ days ago
PeaceHealth is seeking a Child Care Attendant - Child Care Center for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $16.76 – $25.16. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
DETAILS OF THE POSITION:
+ Demonstrates creativity and resourcefulness in planning and implementing child activity programs that follow established guidelines.
+ Assists in providing for all basic needs of the children at the center.
+ Demonstrates concern for the personal differences between individuals in relationship to their needs, interests, development and capabilities.
+ Orients parents/family members in regard to policies and procedures of center and maintains positive rapport with all parents and patrons.
+ Participates in continuing education to ensure caregiver effectiveness and to maintain certification.
+ Ensures safe play conditions and follows established safety procedures.
+ Provides a clean, well maintained and safe play area.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING:
+ High School Diploma Required: or equivalent and
+ Preferred: Course work in Early Childhood Education or completion of Child Development Associate
+ Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Working with children in a day care, elementary school or similar setting
+ Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation or AED Certification required with specific training in CPR for infants and children and
+ Required: First Aid
+ Knowledge of basic childcare and feeding, as well as understanding of infant and child development. (Required)
+ Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with children, staff and parents. (Required)
+ Computer experience (Preferred)
+ Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions. (Required)
+ Ability to move and react quickly to a variety of circumstances. (Required)
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
REQNUMBER: 110939
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