Job Description:

Job Title: Child Care Assistant 
Location: Springfield, MO. 
Department: Recovery Services - Daycare 
Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Summary:  

The Child Care Assistant will provide supervision to children enrolled in the childcare program, including interactive play, structured activity implementation, and completion of child development summaries. 

This position offers…. 

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  

Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 

Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 

Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.  

Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 

Key Responsibilities: 

Represent the system and clients/patients served in a positive manner to clients, system’s associates, other agencies, and community members. 

Relate positively to those served, community families, and fellow system associates. 

Provide a safe, hazard free environment for children enrolled in childcare. 

Provide ongoing interaction with children involved in childcare. 

Provide age-appropriate structure and behavior modification in accordance with childcare regulations and agency procedures. 

Facilitate lesson plans as directed by the Childcare Lead Teacher or Childcare Director. 

Complete daily cleaning chores and follow deep cleaning schedule as directed. 

Communicate with Childcare Lead Teacher, Child Care Director and Clinical Staff regarding observed needs of children including specialized services with families or other support. 

Prepare breakfast, lunch, or snack meals for children as needed according to menu schedule. 

Facilitate opportunities for self-expression, self-exploration, and developmental advancements in the children we serve. 

Provide ongoing feedback to parents concerning children’s daily activities. 

Assure childcare protocols in accordance with childcare licensing requirements. 

Assist staff with both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy. 

Maintain daily open communication with parents. 

Report any suspected behavior that is indicative of abuse to supervisor immediately. 

Assist Child Care Lead Teacher to arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy 

Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials 

Maintain classroom environment in a neat and orderly fashion at all times 

Attend in-service and staff meetings 

Keep all appropriate records such as child’s records, attendance and time sheets. 

Adhere to all HIPAA and 42 CFR regulations as it relates to client/patient and child confidentiality. 

Attend all mandatory trainings and meetings provided to meet childcare training regulations. 

Coordinate parental involvement in the children’s activities. 

Conduct daily business in accordance with childcare standards and agency protocols. 

Ensure children’s belongings are returned to parents at close of day. 

Facilitate emergency drills as needed. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Ability to read, comprehend and follow written materials and instructions. 

Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions. 

Ability to maintain a positive attitude in the work environment. 

Awareness of the need for, and ability to abide to confidentiality, professional ethics and code of conduct. 

Good organizational skills, time management skills and ability to prioritize work. 

Must have the ability to pass a background check (includes fingerprinting) to include criminal history, abuse/neglect and driving record. 

Experience and/or Education Qualifications: 

High school diploma or equivalent; or one to three months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Supervisory Requirements:   

None. 

Employment Requirements: 

Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check. 

Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment. 

All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter. 

Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance. 

Physical Requirements: 

ADA Consideration - Sedentary work:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift. 

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. 

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.