Childcare Worker

$36,462 - $37,752/Yr

Milwaukee Rescue Mission - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Milwaukee, WI

101-250 employees

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Childcare Worker at Joy House, part of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission, plays a crucial role in providing a nurturing environment for children aged 0-4 years who are temporarily residing at the facility. This position focuses on encouraging learning through developmentally appropriate play and hands-on experiences, while also fostering relationships with parents to build trust and enhance the self-esteem of children. The worker is expected to implement lesson plans, maintain a safe learning environment, and support families during times of crisis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement lesson plans
• Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
• Create a clean, fun, and safe learning environment
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
• Communicate with parents on child's growth and progress
• Document child's progress and interaction with parent in case notes
• Maintain the health and safety of all students
• Care for children of all ages throughout the day to assist parents due to Case Worker and Program meetings
• Assist with child care during family crisis
• Assist with Learning Lab, hospitality duties, and seasonal decorations and bulletin boards
• Perform first aid and/or life-saving measures if necessary

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a childcare worker with education in early childhood development required
• Experience in crisis nursery work preferred
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification preferred; willing to be certified within one year of hire
• Ability to build rapport with children and parents
• Positive and patient demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, flexible, enthusiastic
• Ability and willingness to share the gospel
• A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian church environment
• Be in agreement with and subscribe to the MRM Statement of Faith and the MRM Statement of Biblical Convictions
• Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in crisis nursery work preferred
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification preferred

Benefits

• Hiring Range $17.53-$18.15 hourly based on experience/qualifications
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts with employer match
• Life and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with generous employer contribution
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Health Club reimbursement
• Education assistance
• Free onsite parking
• Free meal available during shift
• Business Casual/Casual Dress