Child Development Assistant

Child Development Assistant Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse - 4.1 Santa Fe Springs, CA Job Details Full-time $22.52 - $25.53 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Career development plan Vision insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Writing skills High school diploma or GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Attention to detail Desktop applications Organizational skills Productivity software Full Job Description Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol & Drug Abuse (L.A. CADA)

Position:

Child Development Assistant Schedule:

Tuesday - Thursday 10:00 am-7:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Position Summary:

The Child Development Assistant reports to the Child Development Coordinator and provides daily oversight of female offender/child interactions in the child care program.

Essential Job Functions:

Supervise participants in separate areas in the Child Care Center (infants, toddlers and pre-school age). Ensure that participants do not work in the child care program more than four (4) hours a day and that work in the child care center must be rotated among all participants. Assist Child Development Coordinator in developing individual Child Treatment Plans. Provide structured mother-child activities. Provide childcare, and supervise mothers working in the child care program. Provide modeling activities for mothers to emulate while learning to properly care for their children. Assist in the implementation of the Child Treatment Plan; maintain records and logs of children's activities; noting developmental milestones and observable problems and achievements. Participate in daily shift exchange.

Qualifications:

Excellent communication skills including good writing skills; Attention to detail; Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion; Ability to work well in a team environment; Superior organizational skills; Strong computer skills, to encompass all Microsoft Office applications; Knowledge of substance abuse and treatment is desired; Public speaking at community service programs; Valid California driver's license and proof of personal auto insurance required; hiring is contingent upon agency insurability. Must be able to pass a criminal history background screening and receive clearance from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation; as well as maintain a yearly CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and Tuberculosis test results.

Education:

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), and minimum of one (1) year of experience working with children in an agency/program/child care setting

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in an office; a residential treatment setting; and Some outdoor activities may be required; Transportation of participants to appointments; The ability to work in a stressful environment with female inmates within the confines of the Department of Corrections guidelines is required; Travel to meetings in the community, CDCR trainings, and public speaking engagements.

Physical Demands:

Occasional lifting more than 10 pounds; Occasional risk of intensive physical activity with clients and children; and Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position; Transportation of clients and children in company vehicle. Must be able to pass the following pre-employment screenings: Background check, including criminal history (LA CADA considers all applicants equally and will take into account each applicant's individual life circumstances). Drug and health screen, including negative TB test Employment and education verification The Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (L.A. CADA) is a licensed and certified substance use and behavioral treatment provider by the State of California's Department of Health Care Services and the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health - Substance Abuse Prevention and Control. Initially LA CADA services those with addiction and behavioral challenges, after much growth and development we with our multiple sites & multidisciplinary approach we service the following:

• Adult services
• Violence Treatment/Prevention Client Engagement & Navigation Services (CENS)
• Residential Treatment
• Recovery Bridge Housing (RBH)
• Outpatient Treatment and Intensive Outpatient Program
• Domestic Violence Offenders for Male and Female Offenders
• Domestic Violence for Victims
• Probation approved parenting program

HIV/AIDS

Education Prevention

• Parent Support Group
• Wellness Center
• Treatment for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders
• Culturally Responsive Services (LGBTQ)
• Systems-Impacted Services (Persons Experiencing Homeless; PEH)

L.A. CADA

also offers Drug Education / Diversion, Parenting Education, Anger Management, and Domestic Violence counseling services, authorized or approved by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the Los Angeles County Department of Probation, the Los Angeles County Superior Court, and / or meeting the requirements of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Additionally, L.A. CADA offers

HIV / AIDS

prevention and intervention services, including HIV testing. LA CADA is committed to servicing an underserved and vulnerable population. Our staff is dedicated to provide a tailored treatment fitted for individuals and their families. Here at LA CADA all staff are provided on-going training and professional development to help our community. Be a part of making a positive difference. Apply today!

Pay:

$22.52 - $25.53 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person