Competition #CN-CCW
The Children’s Cottage Society, established in Calgary in 1986, provides crisis nursery, community respite, and family support programs to more than 3,500 children a year. The Society’s mission is to “Build strong children and safe, nurturing families through prevention programs and support services” and our vision is “Resilient children blossom in healthy families.”
The Crisis Nursery provides 24 hour care for three day periods for up to 20 children under the age of eight when their families are in crisis and have no other alternatives for childcare help.
The Child Care Worker will be a strong team player in our organization who is responsible for the day-to-day care of the children staying at the Crisis Nursery. This role assists with the planning of daily activities for the children according to their developmental needs.
Location of work is at our Child and Family Centre
1804 Home Road NW
HOURS/WAGE: This position is a combination of 12 hour day shifts and 12 hour night shifts. The Hourly Wage is $22.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Early Childhood Certificate an asset
- Minimum of three years’ experience caring for children. Must be particularly experienced caring for infants and toddlers.
- Current first aid/CPR/suicide intervention, aboriginal training, diversity training.
- Must be available to work within an environment that provides 24/7 childcare.
- Must have the ability to workday shifts and awake overnight shifts and can be responsive to be called into work on short notice.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Providing quality care for children who are newborn to age 8.
- Maintaining a safe environment.
- Assisting children in their daily routines.
- Assisting children to cope with feelings of separation from their parents.
- Documentation of children’s daily activities.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- A Police Information Check, which includes a vulnerable sector search, is required prior to employment.
- A Child Intervention Record Check is required upon commencement of employment.
- Proof of Educational requirements must be presented in original form prior to job offer.
WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to having the opportunity to work for an energetic, progressive, and community focused organization and with a workforce of diverse, committed individuals, we offer the following benefits:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision benefits.
- RRSP Contribution Program
- An annual Health Spending Account
- Prioritizing wellness in the workplace and a psychologically safe work environment
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, we will only contact those applicants selected for an interview.
Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to: careers@childrenscottage.ab.ca
Please quote Competition #CN-CCW when submitting your resume and cover letter.
