1. Assisting the SOS Parent in providing care and services to the children including transportation of children to recreational activities, homework assistance and therapy, and additional supervision of the children. 

2. Provide responsible, "parental" supervision, monitoring, care and direction for the children consistent with the Parent's methodology in the Parent's absence. 

3. Maintain written documentation necessary for internal files and contractual obligations. 

4. Provide transportation to appointments for the children if necessary 

5. Prepare meals, do laundry and assist the children with appropriate maintenance of the home and attend to the general orderliness and neatness as would normally occur during the shift which relief work is scheduled. 

6. Carrying on the normal structure and routine in the absence of the SOS Parent. 

7. Communicating with the SOS Parents as to events during their absence. 

8. Answer the telephone in the home and take messages or re-direct calls as appropriate for the Program and the rest of the Agency.

9. Maintaining records as required. 

10. Establish a positive, constructive relationship with the children through communication, interaction and role modeling.

11. Act as a caring parental authority so as to assist the children in their personal growth. 

12. Maintain confidentiality of all client, staff and agency matters. 

13. Work collaboratively with SOS Parents, staff and others. 

14. Be aware of the policies and philosophy as outlined in the SOS Parent Manual and work within those guidelines. 

15. Participating in on going training and maintaining certifications such as first aid and CPR, TCI, Med. Administration, etc. 

16. Represent SOS in a professional manner to the public and guests. 

17. All other tasks as assigned, including the supervision of biological family visits. 

18. Comply with all SOS policies, state, federal, county and city laws, rules and regulations. 

19. Must answer phone and return all calls within 24 hours. 

20. Must read and respond to emails, daily. 

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

1. Attend general agency staff meetings, in-service education/training, individual supervision, and other meetings as directed by the Village Director or Supervisor. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Must be at least 21 year of age. 

2. Previous childcare experience.  

3. High school diploma or equivalent.  

4. Valid Illinois driver's license with acceptable driving record and proof of automobile insurance coverage. 

5. Good verbal and written communications skills.  

6. Ability to learn and support SOS behavior management program. 

7. Reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks. 

8. Ability to work in an alcohol, tobacco and drug free environment. 

9. Ability to work flexible hours. 

10. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials. 

9. Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment. 

10. Commitment to SOS philosophy and mission.

ADA DISCLAIMER/STATEMENT: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Position responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job. This position description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. 

SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGE is an equal opportunity employer. Employment, assignment, and promotion practices are carried out in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and orders without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, physical handicap, social handicap, sex, age, or ancestry.

All employees who do not have a written contract with the Agency identified as such for a specific fixed term of employment are employed at the will of the Agency.