Child Care Worker

Job Details: Job Location: FLA-St Petersburg AC Sallie House Childrens Shelter - St Petersburg, FL, Position Type: Full Time Regular, Salary Range: $16.70Hourly, Job Shift: Evening, Job Category: Child Care, Schedule/Hours: Regular Full=Time at 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM ETThis position is responsible for:Providing childcare services for adolescents including personal care, hygiene, learning, developmental activities, and specialized programs. Plans, develops activities; prepares and maintains records; meets with Leads/Case Managers to discuss progress of children. Utilizes positive parenting practices in dealing with negative behaviors of children. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of property.Key Responsibilities:· Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.· Implements age-appropriate activity and development plans utilizing discovery areas and hands-on activities.· Observes the needs and progress of the children, communicates with Lead/Case Manager providing input and documentation on the physical, emotional, social, and academic needs of the individual children.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Work is performed in a normal childcare environment where there may be changes in weather and discomforts associated with outdoor activities at playgrounds, parks, beaches, and pools.Employee Benefits: Health, Dental, Hearing, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Retirement Plan Life Insurance and more!What we are looking for in you: Education and Experience:· High school diploma or G.E.D. AND· Two years’ Childcare experience (experience with teens preferred) with knowledge of the principles and practices of Child Behavior and Development, OR· any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Licenses and Certifications:· Valid State Driver's License and driving record approved by Territorial Headquarters Risk Management.· Must possess valid CPR/First Aid Certification.*This position requires a level 2 background screening. For general information about the Florida Clearinghouse screening process, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.comEqual Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled