Child Care Support Worker

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose summary:

The Childcare worker assists individuals and families who are seeking aid and assistance from, or have been referred to, The Salvation Army and/or attend programs. This position provides support to Parent-Child programs and other programs as provided by Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre.

Accountabilities

Program Support

• Facilitate the daily operation of Parent-Child programs.
• Support individuals/families accessing Parent-Child programs.
• Assist with the implementation of literacy programs.
• Plan and supervise community-based drop-in programs.
• Plan and implement activities for the Summer Day Camp.
• Set up and cleanup program space.
• Disinfect toys.
• Provide input in the planning of activities.
• Participate in staff, team and planning meetings.
• Create and implement opportunities for intergenerational interactions and programs.
• Survey participant families for program satisfaction and collate responses.
• Research and collate literacy-based activities to be used in programs. Create At-A-Glance literacy-based information sheets for families to take home.
• Ensure all children and adults are treated with dignity and respect and maintain all information in confidence.
  
  

Supervision of children

• Provide assistance in the supervision of children up to 12 years of age.
• Greet families as they arrive with their children.
• Monitor and engage with the children in connection with other childcare workers.
• Provide support to the early education of the children.
• Communicate with parents’ successes of the child’s day.
• Communicate with parents any challenges that may have been experienced.
• Supervise children on the bus to and from Adventure Camp.
  
  

Reporting

• Create and maintain list of reports required for health and safety compliance purposes.
• Support external reporting requests as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY

• Reports directly to: Program Manager
  
  

Working Conditions

• This is a temporary full-time position based on 35 hours per week.
• Typical hours of work are Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4 pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• Your supervisor will set your work schedule. Flexibility in scheduling is required.
• The typical working location for this position is in Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre which includes indoor and outdoor spaces. May include a school bus to and from Adventure Camp (Jackson’s Point, Ontario)
• Ability to lift/move more than 40 lbs. and this job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently; working in a standing position for long periods of time.
  
  

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Conditions Of Employment

• Submit as required a Police Record Check (vulnerable sector check) that is acceptable to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion.
• This position is funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:   
• aged 15 to 30 years at the beginning of the employment period; 
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment*; and,   holds a valid Social Insurance Number; and,
• be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. 
• *International students are not eligible participants.  International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.    
• An ongoing condition of employment is the ability to maintain immigration status to legally remain and work in Canada which is supported by valid immigration documents.   
  

Education, Qualifications And Certifications

• Completed Secondary School
• A current valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain.
  
  

Experience And Knowledge Requirements

• 1 – 2 years’ experience working with children.
• Comfortable in speaking with parents and caregivers daily.
  
  

Skills And Capabilities

• Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Ability to learn quickly and use initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively, patiently, and effectively.
• Be a Good Listener – Have a desire to create a safe space and be attentive to the needs of others.
• Be Servant-Hearted – Have a servant attitude, being flexible and willing to pitch in and assist as part of the team.
• Be Willing to Grow – Be a teachable person of integrity.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry)
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
  
  

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.61 to $22.01 with a maximum of $26.41.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.