What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Child Care Worker position at Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center of St. Clair County, Inc?
Overview
About the Center: The Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center of St. Clair County is located in East St. Louis, IL. The Center has been in operation since 1957 serving the needs of children, adolescents, and adults.
Our mission is to provide quality individualized essential services for people in need of emotional, rehabilitative and social support. We strive to be the top-ranking Community Behavioral Health Center within its size, population and category within the State of Illinois.
Overview: CBHC is seeking dependable, caring, and patient Volunteer Childcare Workers to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for children while teen mothers participate in Parenting for Success group sessions.
The Volunteer Childcare Worker will supervise children ranging from infants to 13 years old and ensure that children are appropriately cared for throughout each group session
Essential Responsibilities:
- Provide attentive and appropriate supervision of children from infancy through 13 years of age.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming childcare environment.
- Engage children in appropriate activities based on their age and developmental needs.
- Monitor children and respond appropriately to their individual needs.
- Follow all Parenting for Success safety, confidentiality, and childcare procedures.
- Communicate any concerns or incidents involving Parenting for Success staff.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children and families.
- Assist with maintaining the childcare area before and after each group session.
Qualifications:
- Dependable, responsible patient and nurturing.
- Ability to supervise multiple children while maintaining a safe environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact appropriately and respectfully with children and families.
- Must successfully complete any required background screening and program requirements.
Qualifications:
· High School Diploma or GED required
· Minimum of one (1) year of childcare or daycare experience required
· Experience caring for or working with children of various ages preferred
Reports to: Program Manager Parenting for Success
Hours: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Wednesdays and Thursdays
Volunteer childcare works will receive a $15 experience allowance for each Parenting for Success group session attended.
Expected hours: 8.0 – 16.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34,422 - $44,187