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Childcare Staff

Area Substance Abuse Council
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026
Realize a career with meaning- improving lives, strengthening communities, and changing narratives as a member of ASAC. Our work is personal, using lived experiences, proven services, and human connections to help people right here in our community.

As a member of our childcare staff, you will be responsible for monitoring children in a daycare setting, as well as assist in the planning and implementation of a developmental curriculum for your assigned group of children.

Key Duties

  • Work as part of the teaching team to develop and conduct developmentally appropriate activities for a group of children. This includes setting up and putting away equipment and materials both inside and outside of the facilities.
  • Assist in the incorporation of good health and safety standards for the children.
  • Assist children in learning self-help skills. Provide for the physical care of the children, including but not limited to changing, diapering, toileting, feeding, and comforting as needed.
  • Assist in preparation of snacks and meals as needed.
  • Help maintain an orderly environment.
  • Inform the supervisor when materials and nutrition supplies need to be ordered.
  • Attend and participate in staff and parent meetings and events.
  • Assist in the maintenance of records and reports.
  • Assist the children if an emergency occurs.
  • Acquire DHS-required development training hours.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Safely operate a vehicle for job-related travel, such as transporting clients, attending off-site meetings, and visiting community partners or service locations.

**Requirements**

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of a High School Diploma, or equivalent. An AA Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate, or equivalent experience working in a License Childcare Center is preferred. Additionally, the ability to maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) is required.

Salary and Benefits

ASAC offers competitive compensation starting at $18.90/hour. Staff are eligible for a complete benefit package including, Health and Dental, FSA, company paid Life/ADandD/Short and Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Holidays, Travel Reimbursement policy, a 403(b) Retirement plan with a match and a generous Vacation, Personal Time and Sick Leave Plan.

Join the areas leader in prevention, treatment, and recovery of substance use disorders and problem gambling. Apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career.

ASAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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