Why work at YCC? YCC Family Crisis Center is in its 81st year of serving Ogden and Northern Utah. This is an opportunity to join an outstanding team of dedicated professionals making a difference in the lives of our community. Join us in our mission to save and change lives!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the general direction of the Child Care Manager and the general guidance of the Executive Director, performs a variety of tasks related to the promotion of a safe and healthy environment for children, to include early childhood development; i.e., social, cognitive, physical and emotional growth of the children cared for in the Child Care Center, with parental involvement sharing child related information for the well-being of the child.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and implement the curriculum in the areas of cognitive, physical, emotional and social growth on a weekly basis. Assist in communicating specific information concerning the children orally or writing to the Child Care Manager. Assist with infants and toddlers when necessary, by providing personal care routines and charting diapering and feeding schedule as required from state licensing throughout the day. Assist all age groups with supervision, discipline and interaction when necessary. Obtain a minimum of 20 hours annually of approved ongoing training pertaining to licensing requirements and childhood development under the direction of the Child Care Manager. Adhere to all policies and procedures stated in the Employee Handbook and any applicable Policy and Procedure Manual.

MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the daily maintenance of the Center, i.e., cleaning, vacuuming, and washing toys during the day and end of the day. Assist in the training of new employees on a daily basis. Perform other functions as necessary or as assigned.

NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS

Interact and communicate in a professional and effective manner with all levels of employees, management, executives, vendors, families and external partners.

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High School Diploma or GED Requires 3 years of experience working with children in Head Start, preschool or day care setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Exceptional time-management, planning, and administrative skills. Demonstrate high level of diplomacy, sound judgment, and discretion when dealing with families. High degree of energy, self-motivation, and flexibility. Strong work ethic with a professional, positive attitude. Demonstrated commitment to achieving the organization's goals and objectives.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is generally performed in a child care center environment; frequently stand, sit, crawl, bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs. The employee is regularly required to: perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement, feel the attributes of objects, grasp, push, and reach with arms or hands.

BACKGROUND CHECK

This position requires that applicants be able to pass a DHHS background check.

DIVERSITY YCC

is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values a diverse staff. Organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical ability, ethnicity, and perspective are more likely to be high functioning. We believe that creating an environment where everyone belongs and can do their best work is the right thing to do for our employees, our clients and our community. AT WILL All employment at YCC is considered "at will"; meaning employment is subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time employees may terminate their employment at any time for any reason.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.00 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person