Childcare Attendant

Job Summary This safety-sensitive position is responsible for monitoring children within the designated childcare room. Monitors child activity and interacts appropriately with the children ensuring a safe environment. Examples of Essential Duties Monitors children of recreation center patrons. Provides for the safety and the well-being of each child. Monitors parents to ensure they sign-in and out for their children and abide by childcare policies Performs counter work, receives various forms and answers questions about Childcare operations. Enforces standard health codes. Maintains adult/child ratios at all times and finds coverage for any missed shifts Maintains the overall appearance of the Childcare area by cleaning up on a daily basis and disinfecting / sanitizing toys. Assists in the evacuation of the Childcare area in the event of an emergency. PERIPHERAL DUTIES: Performs general opening and closing procedures. Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must be 18 years of age or older. A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Current CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain upon hire is required. A minimum of two (2) years of experience with children or related field preferred. A combination of education and experience to provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of childcare practices. Knowledge of customer relations techniques. Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping. Knowledge of and ability to apply basic mathematic principles. Ability to effectively foster relationships with the public and to handle stressful situations. Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions, and the ability to issue clear concise verbal and/or written instructions to patrons and other employees and report operations both verbally or in written form. Ability to multi-task. Ability to analyze situations, thoroughly identify potential problems and find effective solutions. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public in answering questions and handling difficult complaints. Ability to perform general clerical work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. Performs related work requiring accurate recording of data, counting and filing. Ability to work cooperatively with other departments, Town officials, outside agencies, and the general public. Ability to successfully implement philosophies, methods, policies and procedures that will assist in the achievement of Town and Department goals. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Children's toys, books, games, various electronic equipment including TV, DVD/CD player, cleaning/disinfectant chemicals, copy machine, play mats. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly frequently required to stand, walk and sit, use hands, fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds. On rare occasions, the employee may be required to climb and balance. Employee must communicate clearly and effectively; must understand and be understood. Must be able to frequently engage in ordinary or telephone conversations with speech and hearing. Employee must be able to consistently see with near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision and field vision. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust his or her focus, allowing a broad field of vision. It is essential that the employee be physically able to operate a variety of computer and office equipment successfully in order to fulfill the essential functions of this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION: 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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in a climate-controlled office environment. The noise level in this environment is usually moderate to loud, with occasional vibrations. Occasionally, the employee will be required to work outside or drive in varying temperatures and conditions. The employee occasionally encounters dusts, fumes, odors or mists. The employee may occasionally encounter mechanical hazards. The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and are in no way construed or perceived to be exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Additional Information Part-time and Seasonal Town of Parker employees have limited access to benefits which include: employee assistance program (EAP), one (1) hour of sick time accrued for every thirty (30) hours worked, and employee plus one (1) other member in your household a membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Fieldhouse. The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity employer. Please contact with questions regarding this position. Applicants must have the ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check. Full pay range is: $13.65hr. - $16.79/hr. Need availability for the following shifts: Saturdays: 8:15am - 10:15am and 10:00am - 12:00pm Additional Hours may be available. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. As a part-time Town of Parker employee, you have limited access to benefits which include: employee assistance program (EAP), one (1) hour of sick time accrued for every thirty (30) hours worked, and employee plus one (1) other member in your household a membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Fieldhouse. 01 Are you 18 years of age or older? Yes No 02 Do you currently posses or have the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire First Aid and CPR certifications? Yes No 03 Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience working with children? Yes No 04 Briefly describe your experience working with children: Required Question Agency The Town of Parker Address 20120 E Mainstreet Parker, Colorado, 80138 Phone Website