Job Description
Come be part of a diverse, progressive, and forward thinking organization that changes lives!
Community Partners of South Florida (CPSFL) creates lasting social change for children and families facing adversity by providing comprehensive services and solutions that target the areas of Behavioral/Mental Health, Housing and Community Services. We are the trusted leader in comprehensive community development, investing in people, place and systems so neighborhoods and residents thrive. As a learning organization, we provide on-going training and exceptional professional development for our staff.
We are currently seeking a Child Watch Provider for our BRIDGES office. This is a part-time position
less than 20 hours/week
($11/hr.). Days and hours of work will vary. Responsibilities will include providing a safe and engaging atmosphere for youth while their guardians are in a BRIDGES-related parent activity. The Child Watch Provider will actively engage the youth, utilize age-appropriate activities, and implement an appropriate behavior management approach that encourages responsibility and social competencies in a non-punitive manner.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*
- High School diploma equivalent required. A.S. degree preferred.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Experience working with children in a program setting for at least 1 year.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students and staff.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Fluency in English and Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and activities for youth aged 3 years old to 12 years old.
- Knowledge of appropriate behavior management practices & techniques for youth.
- Demonstrates good judgment that will assure programming that is safe and age-appropriate.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, families and staff.
We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
CPSFL fosters an environment that supports equity in race, gender, religion, diversity and inclusion at the individual, organizational and community levels in service to our mission.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 per hour