Childcare Worker

About This Role

Caring for and supervising children participating in temporary on-site care is the core of this part-time role. The Childcare Worker will develop engaging activities for young children while their parents or guardians attend Corps programs and events, including some nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers and supervisors
• Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every client, donor, and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind
• Engage all community members (including families/children, volunteers, etc.) in a way that brings them to the Corps for programming, activities, events, and Pathway of Hope
• Organize and execute age-appropriate activities, including biblical lessons and crafts, for children both individually and in groups
• Learn the names of the children and their parents and communicate effectively with each party
• Patiently supervise multiple children and ensure Safe From Harm guidelines are maintained
• Provide childcare for church functions including, but not limited to: Sunday worship, mid-week Bible study and special event weekends (likely two weekends per year)
• Handle difficult situations with speed, tact, and fairness
• Maintain a high level of enthusiasm
• Assist in the cleaning of toys and other materials and ensure the nursery is clean and de-cluttered
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and participants
• Perform all other duties as assigned by corps officer/administrator

Requirements

• Able to interpret various instructions
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions
• Ability to speak, read and write fluent English in a manner that is sufficient for clear communication with supervisors, employees, leaders, parents and participants in order to perform the requirements of this job

Important Details

• Schedule: 8 hours per week, including some nights and weekends
• Employment type: part-time, non-benefits eligible

About the Company

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 meet human needs in His name without discrimination.