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JOB SUMMARY:

To provide relief for parents by caring for their children in the Crisis/Respite Nursery. Accommodation of children's needs which will include daily one on one interaction with developmentally appropriate child activities, housekeeping, meal prep and self-care.  Shifts available M-F 4:00pm-10:00pm M-F & rotating weekends.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Childcare experience- Ability to set limits, supervise and maintain a safe and positive environment; Be able to engage a child in a manner appropriate to his/her skill level; Use safe and appropriate behavior management techniques approved by the Family Support Center; Provide childcare in a friendly, patient, and caring way; Organize structured activities to engage children

• Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals; Meals must be approved and follow the Utah State Food Program Guidelines and documented accurately following CACFP guidelines

• Child Development Knowledge- Ability to help child in developmentally appropriate activities, games, crafts, etc.; Daily 1:1 interaction with all children in the nursery; Knowledge of and strict obedience to approved safe behavior management strategies

• Record Keeping- Will be required to document all activities and incidents, maintain, and safe-guard client files, including but not limited to progress notes, incident reports, time sheets, appropriately document interactions with parents, children, and other professionals

• Communication-Effectively and regularly communicate with Nursery Coordinator about any child concerns, make appropriate referrals if child abuse or neglect is suspected; Attend monthly staff meetings; have shifts changes approved by the Nursery Coordinator

• Training- Compete monthly online trainings; Attend in person trainings that are scheduled; maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification; Pass an annual background check

• Professionalism-Be aware of and follow Nursery rules; Answer phones and maintain phone records, including scheduling and denial log as needed; Dress in modest, clean attire and arrive well-groomed; Cell phone use is prohibited except in the care of emergencies; Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in FSC Handbook and Policy and Procedure Manual

• Supervise the dropping off and picking up of children as guidelines require (i.e., checking ID, helping parent's complete sign-in paperwork, etc.).

• Maintain household cleanliness and follow chore guidelines for shift being worked.

• Supervise any volunteers or non-employees while they are in the building.

• Other duties that fall under this basic job description as assigned

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OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Provide safe and meaningful childcare at other Family Support sponsored events such as parenting classes, and events that the Family Support Center is supporting such as conferences and support groups; Other duties as assigned

TRAINING & QUALIFICATONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's Degree required in a related field and/or at least four years of experience in a nonprofit environment.

• CPR/First Aid Certification

• Other various trainings as required by contracts and licensing. 

OUR COMPANY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (M/F/D/V)