Child Care Worker (RE049)

Title: Child Care Worker

Location: NARA Northwest Adult Residential Facility - 620 NE 2nd St, Gresham OR, 97030 (during remodeling period of 2-3 years, after which the location will be in Northwest Portland)

Schedule: Onsite, Mon-Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional weekends and evenings as requested

Wage: $21.95 hourly

If you are a motivated and dedicated Child Care Teacher seeking an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

Our Child Care Workers play a vital role in nurturing and supporting young childrens development. They create a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Child Care Workers are responsible for providing care and supervision for children whose parents are receiving and participating in NARAs health and wellness services and special events.

What you will do:

- Provide education and recreational activities for children.

- Keep documentation daily of childs progress.

- Drive children to appointments or events, on an infrequent basis.

- Prepare and serve snacks to children.

- Notify Case Manager and the Child Development Managers of progress or problems regarding childcare.

- Help facilitate ASQ questionnaire/SE for all children onsite.

- Practice child safety policies and procedures, and complete required training.

- Follow policies and procedures per NARA NW, DELC, DHS, and OSHA regulations .

Qualifications

We would like to hear from people that have:

- Diploma or GED certification required.

- Experience as an in-home childcare provider or in-center childcare provider (prefer early childhood education, CPR certification)

- Reliable transportation and valid drivers license (Candidate will occasionally use their personal vehicle for errands and child transportation, mileage reimbursed).

- Must be registered on the Central Background Registry.

- Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.

- Must pass criminal background

- Must meet NARA NW drivers' requirements:

Active, valid drivers license

- Active auto insurance

- Good-standing driving record with no more than one accident within the last three years

Whats in it for you?

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25 th and your birthday!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente

- 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)

- 13 Paid Days of Sick Time

- 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)

- $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D

- Short Term and Long-Term Disability

- Flexible Spending Account

- Health Spending Account

- 401(k) with 4% Match

- Employee Assistance Program

- Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)

- Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

- To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org) (https://www.naranorthwest.org/home-2/careers/)

- Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), thats all!

- Feel free to contact [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.