Therapeutic Childcare Team Member (Full-time, Weekday)

Weekday Therapeutic Childcare team members work Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 5 pm, providing a safe and developmentally appropriate therapeutic environment to minimize the adverse effects of stressful situations or traumatic experiences of children in crisis. They are responsible for managing the care provided to children visiting our short-term emergency childcare center. Children visiting Jeremiah’s Place may have complex backgrounds and experiences, so staff need to understand the effects of trauma on child development. Therapeutic childcare team members are responsible for providing an enriching environment by implementing S.T.E.A.M.-based curriculum throughout our daily schedule, with the ability to adapt activities based on developmental stages.

Watch the video below for a glimpse into a day in the life of a Therapeutic Childcare Team Member:

Applicants should be:

• Ambitious
• Fun-loving and energetic
• Welcoming
• Non-judgmental
• Warm and compassionate

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry children
• Physical stamina to keep up with active children
• Bending, kneeling, and squatting to interact with children at their level
• Ability to stand for extended periods

Qualifications and Experience:

Required:

• 1 year of Childcare or related experience preferred
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Pediatric CPR and 1st Aid Certification
• Experience caring for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Experience with Trauma Informed Care approaches

Benefits & Pay:

• Pay Rate: $16/hour (Increase to $17/hour after 6 months of employment)
• 403(b)
• 403(b) company match
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday through Thursday from 7 am – 5 pm

Work Location:

• In-person at Jeremiah’s Place (6435 Frankstown Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15026)