After School At-Risk Child Care Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$18-18.50 an hour
Part Time set schedule: Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 6:30pm
With the option to pick up additional hours in TASP or as a child care worker on campus!

Position Summary: The Child Care Worker provides stability to the children and families of the Therapeutic After School Program (TASP) by providing a flexible response to the clinical and childcare needs of the program. 

The role involves taking groups of up to 10 youth out for daily activities, by yourself. All of the children are struggling with behavioral and mental health challenges and are at risk of placement outside the home.  Our mission is to support them in a preventive and stabilizing capacity. Additionally, many of our kids have a traumatic background and may not respond to traditional methods of childcare work. Because of this, staff should expect to encounter challenging behaviors and be prepared to respond with patience and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Provide safe and responsible transport for youth, families, and other Children's Home affiliates. 
• Provide for the safety and well-being of at-risk children, through the judicious use of discipline, therapeutic crisis intervention, CARE principles, and supervision. Effectively communicate all behavioral, emotional, and medical needs to the Director or the assigned Case Manager.
• Provide for the recreational needs of at-risk children both within and away from the program site.
• Foster the social, vocational and cultural needs and interests of each child.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with the children and their families that are responsive to their needs.
• Promote growth of the parent-child relationship as indicated by that plan, as well as the agency's philosophy of family centered practice.
• Maintain good relationships through collaboration and advocacy on client's behalf with DSS, community agencies, schools, staff and other service providers.
• Complete required reports and documentation in a timely manner, including: progress notes, treatment planning, case specific materials, Connections Case Management System, etc.
• Use family-centered practice approaches in service delivery and case planning in treatment, permanency planning and discharge. 
• Continuously evaluate the strengths and needs of children and family to provide appropriate planning. Promote and guide the development of enhanced coping, socialization, parenting and independent living skills through the treatment planning process.
• Provide for the overall growth and development of each child through instructing, counseling and direction in matters of personal conduct, hygiene, appearance, social skills, school, routines, and work habits. Foster the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of each child.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Experience:

• 1 year experience working with children and/or families in a healthcare or educational setting is required
• ​ Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required ​

Benefits available to all staff:

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance

EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.