Childcare Interventionist

Division: Children, Youth and Family Services

Program: New Leaf Family Center

Position: Childcare Interventionist

Reports to: New Leaf Clinician

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Childcare Interventionist to join our team at the New Leaf Family Center. As a key member of our childcare team, you will provide direct support to children in care, implementing daily programs that meet their developmental needs. You will work closely with our clinicians to ensure a family-centered, strengths-based approach to care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement daily programs that meet the developmental needs of children in care
• Collaborate with clinicians to ensure a family-centered, strengths-based approach to care
• Provide direct support to children, including modeling and engaging in age-appropriate communication, behavior, and active play
• Assist in planning and implementing a curriculum that meets the needs of individual children and the group
• Record behavior in an accurate, detailed, and timely manner
• Provide verbal information to parents regarding their children in a positive manner
• Participate in required professional development trainings, including crisis de-escalation and passive restraint techniques
• Assist in facilitating and implementing monthly parent meetings
• Understand, implement, and comply with WCMHS policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Complete all agency-required documentation accurately and in a timely manner

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in human services, education, or psychology preferred
• Equivalent of 2 years early childhood experience
• Experience working with emotionally challenged children preferred
• Familiarity with and commitment to New Leaf Family Center philosophy and goals
• Willingness to pursue professional development related to program goals
• Able to safely lift and carry 50 lbs
• Possession of a valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and access to a safe, reliable, adequately insured vehicle

EOE

To apply, please send letter of interest/resume to:

WCMHS, Personnel, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601 | Fax: