Child Care Assistant-11-145-SC/Tustin Ranch

Child Care Assistant-11-145-SC/Tustin Ranch The Salvation Army Southern CA Division - 3.9 Tustin, CA Job Details $17 - $18 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Childcare Driver's License Driving Safe environment creation Computer skills Guest services Entry level Full Job Description Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Position Summary The Child Care Assistant provides safe, engaging childcare for infants and young children (ages 0-5) during programs and events at the Tustin Ranch Corps. This role supports the smooth operation of ministry and community programs by ensuring a nurturing environment for children while their parents participate. Essential Functions Vocational engagement as an employee of The Salvation Army is a position of sacred trust - representing, nurturing, protecting and advancing the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army; and serving the needs of people in our community with dignity and respect. Conduct on and off the job must sustain a positive impact on The Salvation Army's religious goals, programs and public image. As such, all employees are expected to fulfill the following responsibilities within the scope of duties they perform: To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose and values of The Salvation Army in Orange County. To understand all dimensions of Salvation Army mission and purpose toward the outcome of awareness, cohesiveness and effective guest services. To create a safe, engaging environment for Salvation Army associates, guests, members, volunteers, partners and vendors. To provide active support of, and participation in all Salvation Army campaigns and initiatives. To develop appropriate relationships and maintain appropriate relationship boundaries with other Salvation Army associates, guests, members, volunteers, partners and vendors To communicate in an appropriate, professional, responsive and supportive manner Effective interpersonal and electronic communication is essential for mission and purpose Interpersonal communication for day-to-day operational needs is preferred. Direct, thoughtful communication for the resolution of questions or conflicts is expected. Electronic communication - email, texts, etc. - is official communication; and supports and confirms interpersonal communication. Deference to and public support of group decisions and each other's scope of expertise, position and responsibilities must be maintained. To maintain appropriate confidentiality. Some agreements, ideas, processes, or other forms of sensitive information are revealed to certain individuals who are in positions of responsibility or are in possession of qualities or skills that make it necessary for them to know such confidential matters. Such information must be maintained in confidence. To complete annual, advanced training to include, but not limited to: Protecting the Mission, Sexual Harassment, and others as determined. To positively guide and guard all Salvation Army resources - people, program, property and finances - toward the fulfillment of mission and purpose, and within the guidelines established by law, policy and procedure.

Specific Duties:

Child Care Assistant Provide safe, attentive childcare for children ages 0-5 during corps programs and services. Supervise children in the Church Sanctuary, cry room, and other designated areas, including the Creator's Corner Preschool facility when applicable. Follow all child safety policies and procedures in compliance with Protecting the Mission. Working Conditions Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

PAY RATE

$17-$18/hr. Minimum Qualifications Valid California driver license and annual renew decision driving training for authorized drivers A deep understanding of the mission of The Salvation Army. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Driving Test and clean MVR check If working in vicinity of children a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures. Annually renew Protect the Mission training