Child Care Worker
3 weeks ago
Job Type
Full-time
Description
ABOUT US:
Special Kids Special Families (SKSF) is a Colorado 501(c)3 nonprofit organization located in Colorado Springs founded in 1998 to provide respite and specialized care for children and adults with disabilities and special needs. Various programs offer community support services to families and are designed to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout their life span.
SCOPE:
To help provide a safe, healthy, and enriching environment for children and young adults served at Zach's Place. This position is under the direct supervision of the Program Director and Center Manager.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
• Strong commitment to Special Kids Special Families' vision and mission.
• A positive, professional approach to work in our mission-based environment.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people of all demographics.
• Strong public speaking and media engagement skills.
• Ability to multi-task, balance priorities, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends for special events and/or fundraisers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to think brainstorm and think outside of the box.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Provide direct care, including physical care to the program's participants. May include caring for medically fragile individuals.
• Assist in the implementation of established goals and treatment in the daily programming of the Center; as determined in the participant's individual plan.
• Follow the policies and procedures for the care of Zach's Place participants, as established by the Center and the State Department of Human Services. This includes safety plans, reporting emergencies, life skills programming and emergency procedures.
• Maintain necessary paperwork, including medication logs, incident reports, check-in guide. Report any Center needs, including repair and maintenance, in the staff communication book and to the Center Manager.
• Report and document incidents per agency policies and procedures for reporting incidents.
• Must be willing to learn and implement positive behavior supports for the children.
• Will work as a team member and assist other staff in the completion of tasks to maintain the Center's standards for safety and cleanliness.
• Must be willing to implement community participation activities.
• Must be willing to assist with faculty duties, recreation activities, and other areas to better serve those participating in the program.
• Will be required, as needed, to work at other locations of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School diploma or GED
• Prefer two years of experience providing direct care preferably with children with special needs.
• Must be able to lift and transfer, up to 50 lbs. and be able to stand for the majority of the shift.
• Must be able to work independently in the community for picking up and dropping off children, community participation and community connections activities; thus meeting the agency's standards for independent work.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 2 weekend days every month
• Work experience that include one or more of the following - CAN License, Behavior Support Specialist, Paraprofessional in the school system or Home Health Worker is an asset.
• CPR, First Aid, & Universal Precautions within 30 days of hire.
• Valid Driver's License & current vehicle insurance
SALARY: $18/HR/DOE; full-time - non-exempt position
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Referral Program
Salary Description
$18/Hr
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