Child Care Assistant

Job Description: Childcare Assistant (CCA)

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director, Family Room Supervisor and Program Manager you will be responsible for helping in the day-to-day functioning and oversight of the family classroom.

Responsibilities:

• ● Be knowledgeable of First Nation people, our children and cultural awareness.
• ● To be prompt for each shift and ready to work in a positive manner.
• ● Sign in and out daily for accountability of attendance and tracking of time.
• ● Must remain on site on your assigned shift.
• ● Follow all rules, policies and regulations enforced by Makoon Transition Inc being a positive role model.
• ● Maintain a professional relationship with all families and co-workers.
• ● Do not contribute or start Lateral Violence.
• ● Attend staff meetings, participate in family events and team building activities.
• ● Maintain a professional relationship with all families and other collaterals internal and external of Makoon Transition Inc. not crossing any ethical boundaries.
• ● Protect the integrity and work culture of Makoon Transition Inc.
• ● Ensuring children’s needs are being met while in the Family classroom.
• ● Ensuring the Family classroom is kept clean and sanitized at the end of each day.
• ● Assisting in carrying out the Lesson planning, outings and activities to enhance learning skills of children with basics for school with Family Room Supervisor and ECE Level 2.
• ● Able to lift, bend with children, change diapers and be willing to assist children with bathroom needs.
• ● Learn and gain knowledge of special needs children diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum, ADHD, Dyslexia Disorder, OCD, Autism, and language speech impairments.
• ● Focus on the children and being able to speak with care and understanding.
• ● Respond to family’s questions or concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• ● Creating a positive relationship and good communication with parents and co-workers.
• ● Respond to all work emails in a timely manner with professionalism.
• ● Practice health and safety always, recording any incidents or injuries that may occur in the Family classroom.
• ● Be knowledgeable of any allergies when assisting in food preparation that is posted by Family Room Facilitators.
• ● Ensure no unapproved visitors enter the premises.
• ● Follow the chain of command and communications process internal and external of Makoon Transition Inc.
• ● Communicate any concerns with your team and Program Manager.
• ● When responding to emergency or crisis situations and/or contact 911, Director and Program Manager and Management.
• ● Ensure no drugs, alcohol or illegal substances enter the building.
• ● Log in to and update Family Room shift reports on the Makoon Transition Inc. Database.
• ● MUST have your own transportation to and from work.
• ● Other duties as assigned.

Qualification:

• ● Grade 12 education required. Childcare Assistant Certificate and experience regarding daycare.
• ● Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
• ● CPR First Aid and de escalation training.
• ● Food Handling Certificate and WHMIS Certificate.
• ● Strong verbal, written and communication skills to articulate lesson plans to children in the Family Room.
• ● Knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office with the ability to navigate shared drives.
• ● Able to follow the missions and vision statements of Makoon Transition Inc. for the success of the families.
• ● Strong organized and time management skills are a must to work with multiple families and high needs children.
• ● Must provide criminal record, adult and child abuse registry checks.
• ● Agree to random drug testing for illegal substance use and alcohol for work safety.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• ● Casual dress
• ● Company events
• ● Dental care
• ● Employee assistance program
• ● Life insurance
• ● On-site parking
• ● Paid time off
• ● Vision care

Application question(s):

• ● Do you have prior experience working with Indigenous Families?

Education:

• ● Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• ● Childcare: 2 years (required)

Language:

• ● English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• ● Class 5 Licence (required)
• ● criminal record, child and adult abuse checks (required)

Work Location: In person

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