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ABOUT US

Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 12 locations throughout New York City.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Childcare Provider provides trauma informed care, including guidance in intellectual, emotional and social growth to children residing within a transitional domestic violence shelter. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises and nurtures children while they are in the program either on site or virtually.
• Provides safe, friendly and educational environment for the children while their parents attend off- and on-site appointments.
• Provides coverage/services for all programs in the Children and Family Services program.
• Keeps children clean and change pampers of infants and toddlers.
• Prepares children’s meals and maintains meal counts.
• Trains and coaches children toward independence.
• Consults with parents regarding their children’s day-to-day progress and behavior.
• Maintains attendance and other relevant documentation.
• Enters data regarding children’s attendance and services into Salesforce tracking system.
• Participates in Sarah Burke House special events as appropriate to position.
• Perform any other department or agency related duties or special.

Requirements

• Sensitivity to domestic violence issues
• Knowledge of age appropriate activities
• Ability to establish rapport and trust with children
• Ability to multitask
• First Aid/CPR certified or able to obtain certification
• Ability to nurture infant, toddler and per-school age children
• Ability to be warm and receptive to parents and children
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred 

Budgeted Salary:

$24.72 - $27.31/hr ($45,000 - $ 49,708 Annually); pursuant to Step wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining agreement.

Work position is Part-time/28hr/wk ; Hourly - Non-Exempt 

Work schedule is currently in-person; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Employer retirement contribution
• Paid time off
• Flex spending account 
• Student loan assistance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Gym reimbursement program
• Wellness program and rewards

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, 

sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic 

violence victim status, and other categories protected under Federal, New York state or New York city laws. Sanctuary for Families follows the requirements of the Human Rights Law including with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.

People of color, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.

We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ , and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.