POSITION:  Child Development Specialist
Wage Level: $13.00/per hour
SHIFT: 40 Hours per week
                                                                                   
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Youth Services Supervisor, the Child Development Specialist will serve as a lead staff person for a group of children ages 2- 5yrs who are part of the Friendly House Kid’s Corner Preschool Program, a licensed child care center which is part of Friendly House.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
Program Curriculum
  • Using Creative Curriculum, a research based developmentally appropriate tool, prepare weekly lesson plans for age related classroom
  • Ensure materials include activities designed to foster physical, language, social, emotional and creative development of each child
  • Create a classroom environment that supports the curriculum goals and ensures that each child can reach maximum social and cognitive development
 Direct Supervision
  • Maintain clear visual contact and accurate count of all children assigned to class at all times
  • Engage with children one on one and a group as supervision is provided for all activities.
  • Attend to the physical, emotional and educational needs of the children providing caring/nurturing interaction that is empathetic and demonstrates patience
  • Use approved child guidance and care giving techniques that support overall program objectives.
 Communication
  • Maintain timely written and verbal communication with child’s parents/ guardians with regards to the child
  • Maintain timely written and verbal communication with team members and supervisor
  • Document all incidents, accidents clearly to parents/ guardians, team members and supervisor
  • Document all special instructions that parents/ guardians may provide
  • Communicate need for supplies or teaching resources to Youth Services Supervisor in a timely manner
 State and Friendly House Kid’s Corner Guidelines
  • Understand and adhere to all policies as outlined in the Friendly House Personnel Policies handbook
  • Meet licensing guidelines daily of  Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS), Quality Rating System (QRS) and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
  • Attend in-service training and staff meets as requested
  • Meet all requirements of being a Child Development Specialist including training in First Aid/CPR, Universal Precautions, Child Abuse Reporting and other training that meet the hours required per year.
Safety
  • Ensure that children are in a safe environment at all times
  • Maintain safety procedures as outlined in policies of Friendly House and State of Iowa
  • Be familiar with the Friendly House Disaster Preparedness Plan
  • Participate in all safety drills
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 
Knowledge
  • Education and training in early childhood development
  • Knowledge of human behavior and performance
  • Knowledge of policies, procedures and strategies
 Skills
  • Communicate with others effectively
  • Effective classroom management and curriculum development
  • Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself and others
  • Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
Abilities
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas
  • Ability to listen and understand information through words and actions
  • Ability to be proactive when looking at the environment to ensure it meets best practice standard
  • Ability to work with others to achieve goals and contribute to a positive working environment
  • Able to lift at least 50 pounds
 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Prefer Associates degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, Human Services or related field and at least one year of experience in Early Childhood Education
 CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
  • Background Check/Fingerprinting
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Mandatory Child Abuse
  • Safety Preparedness
  • Medical Exam and TB test
 



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POSITION: Youth Worker
WAGE LEVEL: $12.00/Per hour
SHIFT: Approximate 21 hours per week during school year and up to 8 hours per day during non- school days and summer
 

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Youth Services Supervisor the Youth Worker will assist in the supervision of the Friendly House Kid’s Corner program, a licensed child care center, which is part of Friendly House of Davenport, Iowa. Duties include supervising youth during daily activities and snack, and implementing projects and activities. This position will drive a 15-passenger van to pick youth up from schools.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
Program
  • Assist in supervising, coordinating, planning, record keeping, implementing and evaluation of all aspects of the Friendly House Kid’s Corner Youth Programs.
  • Assist with the preparation, collection and accuracy of daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly statistics, attendance and outcomes measurements.
 Direct Supervision
  • Maintain an accurate count of children at all times
  • Provide direct supervision and interaction for daily activities of the children including meals, snacks, recreation, free time, outdoor play, field trips and special activities
Communication
  • Maintain timely written and verbal communication with child’s parents/guardians with regards to child
  • Document all special instructions that parents/guardians may provide
State and Friendly House Guidelines
  • Understand and adhere to all policies as outlined in the Friendly House Personnel Policies handbook
  • Meet licensing guidelines daily of  Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS), Quality Rating System (QRS) and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
  • Attend in-service training and staff meets as requested
  • Meet all requirements of being a Youth Worker including training in First Aid/CPR, Universal Precautions, Child Abuse Reporting and other training that meet the hours required per year. 
Safety
  • Be familiar with Friendly House’s and the State of Iowa’s safety procedures
  • Be familiar with the Friendly House Disaster Preparedness Plan
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 
Knowledge
  • Education and training in early childhood development
  • Knowledge of human behavior and performance
  • Knowledge of policies, procedures and strategies
 
Skills
  • Communicate with others effectively
  • Effective classroom management and curriculum development
  • Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself and others
  • Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
 
Abilities
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas
  • Ability to listen and understand information through words and actions
  • Ability to be proactive when looking at the environment to ensure it meets best practice standard
  • Ability to drive a 15 passenger van and secure chauffer’s license
  • Ability to work with others to achieve goals and contribute to a positive working environment
  • Able to lift at least 50 pounds
 
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Prefer Associates degree in Education, Recreation, Human Services or related field and at least one year of experience in youth programming
 
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
  • Background Check/Fingerprinting
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Mandatory Child Abuse
  • Safety Preparedness
  • Medical Exam and TB test
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, creed, marital status, familial status, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, religion, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activities.  All applicants are considered for employment and/or promotion based on their education, training, experience, skill, attitude, and any other pertinent job requirement.

Friendly House will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. 

Employees have a right to work in an environment free from harassment, whether: based on race, sex, or any other characteristics. Harassment may be verbal, physical, written or visual. Any employee who feels he or she has been harassed should contact their supervisor, the Assistant Director or the Executive Director. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.