Job Order Detail

Description

The Daycare Worker reports to the Daycare Supervisor and responsible to the Health Services Manager. The Daycare Worker will provide quality care and supervision with co-workers for all children at the centre daily.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides supervision and care in accordance with policies and procedures.
Delivers and assists in the planning of children's activities in accordance with regulations.                  
Attends parent meetings; relaying parent concerns to supervisor in their absence.
Assists in the preparation and implementation of the Child Nutrition Program.
Prepares detailed incident reports and forwarding for follow-up.
Ensure proper safety, fire, and hygiene procedures are practiced in the facility.
Follows the regularly scheduled cleaning requirements.
Attends staff meetings and, willingly contributes new ideas and initiatives to improve the Daycare Program.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Any other such duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have one (1) year experience working in related field and be willing to take the Orientation to Daycare and/or receive certification in Early Childhood Education from a recognized post-secondary facility.
Demonstrate the ability to be kind and caring towards children and recognize the uniqueness of each child in a respectful manner.
Possess within the first three (3) months a First Aide, CPR and Safe Food Handling certifications and maintain these certifications through the term of employment.
Submit a criminal record check and drug screening prior to commencing employment.
Valid Drivers Licence and a reliable vehicle would be an asset.
Punctual, dependable, and reliable.
Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
As per our policy, preference will be given to qualified Indigenous people