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PT Bilingual Child Development Assistant

Greenville County Commission On Alcohol & Drug Abuse • Part-time • Greenville, South Carolina • 1m ago

Job Details

Serenity Place - Greenville, SC

Part Time

High School

$17.50 - $17.50

None

Day

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

HOURS: M-F 12pm-6pm

Under the general supervision of the Coordinator of Infant and Child Services, this position assists in the provision of skill building and childcare services at Serenity Village. This occurs through daily therapeutic and non-therapeutic activities for children who have behavioral concerns primarily due to a parent’s substance use disorder. No supervisory requirements.

This position involves activities that require ability to lift 50 lbs., reaching, climbing, standing for long periods of time and grasping. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken levels. Visual acuity is required for preparing or analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing surroundings and activities. The worker is not subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

JOB DUTIES

Assists in the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate program in accordance with the policies/philosophy of the center
Provides a consistent, predictable, and enjoyable daily routine
Assesses and gears the daily program to meet the child’s needs on an individualized basis
Responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, cleanliness and safety of the environment
Participates as needed in case consultations, treatment team and staff meetings
Participates in recommended and/or required training programs, conferences, courses and other aspects of professional growth
Participates and facilitates parent/child bonding activities as assigned
Engages in communication with child’s parents to explore child’s behavioral concerns and other needs
Actively support a trauma informed and responsive work environment as demonstrated in the 5 core values of safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.
Actively supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion values of acknowledgement, commitment, openness, celebration, and humility.
Actively supports and implements Motivational Interviewing as the program’s core evidence based practice
Performs other similar and related duties as required
Position may require occasional extended evenings and weekend hours

Qualifications

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Ability to speak and write fluently in Spanish and English. HS Diploma or GED and a minimum 3 years demonstrated experience working with children under the age of 7. Associate’s Degree in a child development related field preferred. Must be able to pass background screening required by DSS to work in a childcare setting. Must also have current SC Driver’s license and be able to provide proof of insurance.