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Child Care Attendant - Child Care Center

Job ID: 98632
Location: Ketchikan, AK
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: 8 Hours
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Child Care Attendant - Child Care Center for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $16.43 – $24.65. 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 child care 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: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

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.

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