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Children's Activity Aide - South Bend, United States - YWCA North Central Indiana
Description
Job Description
Full Time, Flexible Schedule
General Description
Provides safe quality childcare and plans and carries out childcare activities.
Reporting Relationship
The Children's Activity Aide reports to the Children's Team Lead.
Supervises
The Children's Activity Aide has no supervisory responsibilities.
Experience and Skills
Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Assures the safety, care, nurturing and comfort of children
Plans and carries out childcare activities and holiday celebrations
Assists children with physical and emotional needs
Helps children resolve conflicts
Maintains cleanliness and order of playroom for constructive play
Washes toys in playroom monthly in bleach solution
Maintains cleanliness of children's restroom including potty chairs
Provides information to parents about childcare activities and the child's involvement and interaction
Maintains accurate attendance records and records for meals and snacks served in childcare
Attends all staff meetings and special training available for working with at-risk children
Performs other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
High school certificate of completion, diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Previous experience working with at-risk children of all ages in a supervised setting.
Must be at least 18 years old
Knowledge and Ability
Ability to work safely and effectively with at-risk children of all ages
Ability to work as part of a team; ability to follow instructions and complete assignments; some knowledge of effects of domestic violence on children.
Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques helpful
Must be certified in CPR and first aid during introductory period.
Physical Requirements
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, repetitive motions (of hands, wrist, and fingers), moderate lifting and carrying (up to twenty lbs)
Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
Standing for long periods of time
Ability to handle environmental conditions inside and outside
Occasional high stress may be experienced in dealing with children, parents, staff and volunteers