Childcare Worker Location: New Rochelle, NY, United StatesDate Posted: Jun 12, 2024 Share: share to e-mail Apply Now Save JobSaved Description Location: New Rochelle Family Court Hours : Monday - Friday 9am-5pm Rate of Pay: $16-$17 per hour dependent on experience OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES : The Guidance Center’s Children’s Center in the New Rochelle Family Court provides a safe, fun, and playful experience for children while their families attend court appointments. Staff care for children while they play, create artwork, and read in brand new facilities well-equipped with toys, books, games, and activities. Workers are trained i n supporting children’s social/emotional well-being and provide families with connections to vital communit y resources they need . PRIMARY FUNCTIONS : + Provide childcare and active supervision for children from six weeks thru twelve years of age while their families are attending family court sessions + Maintain a safe and healthy environment in which children can learn + Complete OCFS mandated trainings prior to and throughout employment + Maintain up to date attendance and health records for children in care + Release children only to custodial parent or other authorized by custodial parent in writing + Provide information about community resources to families + Follow all guidelines and regulations as defined by STATEWIDE CHILDREN’S CENTERS PROGRAM, New York State Office of Court Administration Division of Professional and Court Services     + Mandated reporter   ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: + Continue in professional development including 30 hrs of OCFS required training per License cycle and other training as assigned   QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: + Flexible and collaborative in working with a team of professionals a nd families of many backgrounds + Ability to maintain calm during emotional experiences + Ability to create a safe, nurturing experience for children of various ages and abilities EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: + High School Diploma, minimum of two years of experience working with young children. CPR/First Aid Training required within 3 months of employment. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: + Must be capable of working in close proximity with young children. + Must be capable of working with children on the floor, running, and assisting with self-help skills including diapering/toileting + Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary + Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet Access: Supports For Living is an EEO employer-EEO, AAE, M/F/D/V #TGCW Share: mail Apply Now