Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Service Delivery
Child Care Services – caring for children in a nurturing and safe setting.
Plan, implement, and supervise a variety of activities for the children.
Interact with the children, taking part in active play activities.
Attend to children’s personal needs

Safety and Maintenance
Ensure the safety and well-being of children, through supervision of activities.
Monitor the childcare spaces and ensure that toys, equipment, and furniture are safe. (Free of sharp edges, stable, non-swallowable sizes).
Replace bedding after every use.
Ensure cleanliness of the playroom daily.
Wash and disinfect toys, tables, and chairs on a regular basis.

Administration
Maintain child statistics and forms, recording daily the arrival and departure times of the children.
Other duties as required.
Internal and External Relations
Provide verbal reports to all parents (child’s activities/behaviors).
Monitor and provide direction for volunteers, students to the program, as required.
Administer first aid as needed.
Prepare Incident Forms when a child requires first aid.

Skills and Qualifications
Possess valuable interpersonal skills.
Possess sound communication skills (oral and written).
Demonstrate ability to work independently as well as part of a team.




Knowledge of the Housing First Philosophy.
Knowledge of the Trauma Informed Person-centred approach.
Knowledge of the Harm-Reduction Philosophy.
Knowledge of "Learning Through Play" philosophy.
Knowledge of child developmental stages.
Knowledge of childhood diseases/health issues.
Knowledge of activity programming.

Education

Preferred
College Diploma or better in Child and Youth Care

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred
First Aid and CPR Level-C
Drivers License-3yrs Exp

Skills

Preferred
Ability to work harmoniously with others
Interpersonal Skills
Oral and Written Communication
Proficient in English
Sensitivity to cultural diversity
Strong organizational skills
Critical Thinking

Behaviors

Preferred
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Cutting-edge: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

Preferred
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

📌 Child Care Worker Part Time From 12:00pm 8:00pm Monday Friday Lethbridge
🏢 Young Women's Christian Assoc.
📍 Lethbridge