Childcare Attendant

SCHEDULE:

• Available shifts on Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm , up to 15 hours/week.

Other shifts may be available PAY RATE:

• $16.30/hour The MJCC is open to everyone of all backgrounds!
• We provide a fun, team work environment and the chance to get to know and assist a diverse range of staff and members.
• Free membership and program discounts are included for every employee and we encourage all our staff to enjoy our comprehensive facilities and programming.

Our facilities include a full-size gymnasium with basketball courts and a rock climbing wall, a fully-equipped fitness center, racquetball courts, and an indoor sportsplex that boasts a soccer field and robust soccer leagues, an indoor playground, and a gymnastics area. JOB SUMMARY :

• The Childcare + Club J Attendant provides direct care and supervision to children, six months to five years of age, at our drop-in childcare center.
• The Childcare + Club J Attendant may also help out transporting children to and from recreational sports classes, or act as a camp counselor during Vacation Day Camps (if interested and available).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• (These examples represent the essential functions of the position.
• They are not, however, inclusive of all the duties the position may be assigned to perform.) Provide direct care and supervision of children to ensure a safe, secure environment.
• Monitor children’s play and execute a variety of youth activities.
• Respond to behavioral issues as they arise and model appropriate problem solving behavior.
• Implement discipline and safety measures as necessary.
• Report issues and incidents to parents and supervisor.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Provide general information about MJCC programs and operations.
• Answer questions and address concerns within scope of authority.
• Keep Manager informed of daycare needs, questions, and issues.
• Enforce daycare center policies within scope of authority.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Any combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is qualifying.

This would typically include:

• American Red Cross certifications in First Aid and CPR/AED; Education sufficient to read, write and perform the duties of the position; and Responsible experience providing care and supervision to children.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of childcare practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of MJCC emergency procedures.

Ability:

• Ability to communicate effectively with children at their individual developmental levels; ability to supervise and manage groups of varying sizes; ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions; ability to meet and deal courteously and effectively with other employees, parents, and the public; ability to remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high-pressure situations that may arise; ability to provide excellent customer service; ability to use good judgment and make decisions within scope of position; ability to be punctual and work a flexible schedule as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS + WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in an environment that is quite noisy and busy, and may include exposure to biological conditions including body fluids, germs, and childhood illnesses.
• This position is not required to provide personal care (diaper changes), nor does it require handling of food.
• Physical requirements may include lifting children or heavy items (up to 50 pounds unassisted), bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, standing, and walking.
• Work requires vision and hearing within normal ranges.

ABOUT US:

• The Mittleman Jewish Community Center is a vital institution for Jewish culture and identification, proud to offer its programs and services to everyone.
• For more than 100 years, the MJCC has offered educational, social, cultural and recreational programs.
• The MJCC and all its affiliated programs welcome all children, families and staff regardless of their religious affiliation.
• The MJCC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
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