Child Care Specialist
Santa Fe Recovery Center · Santa Fe, New Mexico, US
Description SUMMARY: The Childcare Specialist, under the supervision of the Children’s Coordinator, is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of...
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Description SUMMARY: The Childcare Specialist, under the supervision of the Children’s Coordinator, is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children whose mothers are participating in SFRC’s residential or are receiving services through the LAUNCH outpatient program. This role includes supervising children, preparing and leading age-appropriate activities, and assisting with meals and snacks. The Childcare Specialist ensures all tasks are performed in compliance with SFRC policies to create a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Requirements: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provides care for children: including setting schedules and routines, grooming, feeding, changing diapers, and cleaning rooms and toys. - Develops and encourages age-appropriate learning and socialization to ensure children learn basic skills and concepts, such as communication, manners, sharing, etc. - Maintains a safe workplace by monitoring children for health, behavioral, and emotional issues and reporting concerns to staff and parents. - Helps children discover new interests by introducing them to art, music, sports, and other potential hobbies. - Ensures children are learning...