Childcare Worker

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of relevant work experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with children, parents, guardians, colleagues, and the public in a positive, professional manner.
• Ability to work well with children and families of diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups and respect confidentiality.
• Ability to accept supervision and work with a team of co-workers.
• Computer literate, with the ability to use Salvation Army approved web-based programs and software.
• Must pass The Salvation Army background checks.
• Willingness to support the philosophy, goals, objectives, and mission of The Salvation Army.
• It must be understood by the incumbent that the provisions of Safe From Harm will apply upon commencement of employment and also understood that the required Safe From Harm training be satisfactorily completed within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

Summary of Position

The Childcare Worker will be responsible for the nurture and supervision of all children participating in the temporary on-site care offered by the Mankato Corps.

The Childcare Worker will develop activities to engage and teach young children while their parents / guardians participate in Corps programs and events.

This is a regular part-time, non-benefits eligible position with a workweek expectation of 8 hours, including some nights and weekends.

700 S Riverfront Dr., Mankato, MN 56001

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This job description is not all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential duties of the position. Other duties, responsibilities and tasks may be assigned by corps officer / administrator.

• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
• This would include but not be limited to such actions : resolution of conflicts in a professional manner; courteous treatment of staff, visitors and clients;

respect of others' property and person, professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates.

• Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every client, donor, and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.
• Engage all community members (including and not limited to, families / children, volunteers, etc.) in a way that brings them to the Corps for programming, activities, events, and Pathway of Hope.
• Organize and execute age appropriate activities, including biblical lessons and crafts, for children both individually and in groups.
• Learn the names of the children and their parents and communicate effectively with each party.
• Patiently supervise multiple children and ensure Safe From Harm guidelines are maintained.
• Provide childcare for church functions including, but not limited to : Sunday worship, mid-week Bible study and special event weekends (likely two weekends per year).
• Handle difficult situations with speed, tact, and fairness.
• Maintain a high level of enthusiasm.
• Assist in the cleaning of toys and other materials and ensure the nursery is clean and de-cluttered.
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and participants.
• All other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

There are normally no hazardous or significantly unpleasant physical working conditions, with the exception of the occasional emotional distress or turmoil (due to varying situations) with and between staff and / or clients.

The duties and responsibilities of this position cannot be worked from home.