Child Watch
On-siteNew Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Supervise children's activities and playtime to ensure safety, attend to basic needs like feeding and hygiene, and comfort distressed children. Monitor behavior, intervene in conflicts, and maintain a clean, organized environment while ensuring staff-to-child ratios are met. Communicate regularly with mothers and staff regarding progress and concerns, and maintain accurate records of attendance and activities. Prepare reports as needed and adhere to all VOASELA policies and procedures. This role supports the residential center's launch and scaling of services. Candidates must maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, pass criminal history and drug screenings, and possess First Aid, CPR, and seizure assessment training.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of experience working with children and adolescents
- Ability to interact with staff at all levels in a respectful manner, remaining flexible, proactive, and task oriented
- Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, reliability, and prioritizing skills
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
- Must be able to pass a criminal history investigation (not all convictions will exclude candidates from being hired)
- Must pass drug screening tests as required by agency's policies and procedures
- Must complete tuberculosis (TB) screening prior to employment and be free from Tuberculosis (TB) in a communicable state via skin testing (or chest exam if recommended by physician)
- Must be able to maintain First Aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and seizure assessment training
- Adequate strength, endurance and coordination to meet the physical demands of such responsibilities such as supervising children
- Must be able to adhere to the designated dress code as stipulated for the specific role
Desired Qualifications
- (Preferred) Familiarity with trauma-informed and culturally sensitive practices
- Advanced computer skills
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