Supported Child Development Support Worker

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Programs & Practice Manager, assist Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre (CDC) staff to plan and organize activities for young children.  This person provides support, safety, and care to children, encouraging their intellectual, physical, social, language, creative and emotional growth.  Help with all aspects of group work and caseload preparation.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.   Assists CDC staff to carry out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for the children.  Assists to develop daily schedules that include indoor/outdoor, active/quiet, and individual/group activities in accordance with the policy and procedures of the organization.  Work directly with children within the program(s).

2.    Utilizes teaching techniques that include modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.

3.    Assist Early Childhood Educator with daily planning, setup, and cleanup of the classroom.

4.   Attends to the child’s physical needs, which may include diapering, toileting, eating, mobility, etc.

5.   Ensures a healthy and safe environment. Maintains health records and administers first aid and medication as required. Observes and removes potential hazards. Reports all incidents of child abuse to the Team Manager.

6.   Maintains open and positive communication with parents and staff. Respects the confidential nature of all information concerning clients and gives it only to authorized persons or agencies.

Qualifications

1.   Working towards or has a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education and recent experience working with children.

2.   Valid First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one.

3.   Must have excellent interpersonal skills.

4.   Well-developed oral, written and communication skills; good organizational, time and general management skills; and good computer skills.

5.   Must have knowledge of group processes and facilitation techniques.

6.   Ability to relate well to children and parents; work as part of a team and promote positive staff relations; ability to successfully interact with a variety of personality types and promote positive staff relations.

7.   Ability to carry out the duties of the position physically and emotionally.

8.   Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Working Conditions

This position experiences exposure to a high level of noise and distractions from children, the Aide will need to pay close attention to their physical and emotional abilities.  This position is required to deal with groups of children at different developmental stages on a daily basis.  The ability to function under pressure, while managing emergencies is an ongoing expectation of this position.

Physical Requirements

Direct delivery may include moderate physical activity involving walking, standing, bending and lifting children.

Salary: $24.33

To apply, please email: ea@ccchild.org