JOB SUMMARY - CHILD CARE & FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

ABOUT

Along the Way is a non-profit organization that provides child care & holistic support to parents.  Families pay for our service on an income-based sliding scale, with the most under-resourced families receiving free services.

*SUMMARY?: ?Being a Child Care & Family Support Specialist for Along the Way is not simply a job; it's a calling & opportunity to be a part of a mission that changes the trajectory of families' lives. *

• Start at $20/hr providing in-home child care, paid training, 401K, HSA

• Select your own shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd, weekend shifts)

• PT positions(2nd, 3rd, weekend shifts)- Ideal for students, teachers, and social work professionals 

• FT positions(1st, 2, 3rd, weekend shifts)- Ideal for case workers who want to offer preventive support to families

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must have reliable transportation to and from clients' homes

• Able to lift, bend, and carry infants and small children (up to 40 lbs) 

• Communicate effectively with diverse individuals

• Able to handle situations ranging from routine to emergency calmly and efficiently    

• Note: This is not the full list of physical requirements or descriptions of work environments, which is available on the Job Description. 

Preferred, but not required:

• Bilingual (Spanish)

REQUIREMENTS: Caregivers are responsible for ensuring compliance with Along The Way's policies and procedures. Most importantly, they create a positive environment in the client's home where children are nurtured and provided with attention.  

Our Caregiver's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Meeting the individual needs of the children

• Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning

• Assuring completion of daily documentation for each client assignment

• Providing assistance with infants and children's personal hygiene as needed (bathing, dressing, changing,  feeding, administering medications, etc.)

• Preparing/serving meals for client's children as needed

• Communicating appropriately and effectively with mothers, children, and fellow staff

• Participating in staff and training meetings

• Committing to continuing education/training to ensure best-in-class service for our client families

Candidates should forward their resume or apply online at alongthewaypa.org/work-for-us. Please contact Hikma Salhe at hikma@alongthewaypa.org