Child Care Worker (Part-time)

Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.

OVERVIEW: The Sacramento Crisis Nursery is a family-strengthening program, where parents can bring their children ages 0-5 to one of two Sacramento nurseries for emergency childcare services or overnight care during difficult times. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing support to families at times of crisis.

Under the supervision of the Crisis Nursery Supervisor, the Child Care Worker assists in ensuring the success of the mission of the Crisis Nursery which is to provide a temporary, loving, and safe homelike setting for children from birth through age 5 to prevent child abuse and neglect by supporting families during times of crisis. This position ensures the safety of the children by supervising them at all times; provides direct childcare services while being aware of the needs and well-being of all children; assists with household tasks including, but not limited to, cleaning, preparing meals and snacks, inventorying supplies, food, laundry, etc. for the children and constantly monitoring and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the Crisis Nursery.

LOCATIONS: 4533 Pasadena Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821 (North Crisis Nursery)

6699 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95831 (South Crisis Nursery)

SCHEDULE: Various shifts available to choose from; Daytime, Evening, and Weekends.

Due to staffing needs, flexibility may be required to work at either our North or South Nursery.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

Completion of twelve semester units or equivalent quarter units from an accredited college or university, with a passing grade, as determined by institution is preferred. These classes should have a focus on Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Child Health. Three semester units, or equivalent quarter units, including coursework in the care of infants is preferred.

Six months of work experience in a licensed group home, licensed infant care center, or comparable licensed group childcare program is preferred.

Previous experience working with 0-5 years old preferred.

Driving is an essential function of this job. As such, employees in this position will be required to furnish their own vehicle to be used in the course of employment. A valid CA driver’s license and minimum insurance coverage is also required. Must be at least 21 years old.

BENEFITS: Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, short and long-term disability plans, retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development and career advancement opportunities.

TO APPLY: External candidates must complete our online employment application available at www.kidshome.org/careers.

PLEASE NOTE: Non-SCH employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background process that includes passing a drug test, including marijuana. Applicants who do not pass any part of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.