Children Activities Staff in Fort Collins, Colorado at The Matthews House

Children Activities Staff

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Job description:

We are seeking a committed and reliable individual who loves working with children of all ages. You will provide activities, supervision, and quality care to children ages 0-12 during parent classes at a location in our community. Your work will enable you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve and will contribute to the positive, supportive work culture at The Matthews House.

Please note that you need to be 18 or older to apply for this position.

We are specifically looking for staff with availability every other Wednesday in Wellington from 5:45-8:15pm and every other Thursday in Fort Collins from 11:45-2:15pm.

Pay Rate: $16/hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be culturally aware, sensitive, and compassionate to the people of the community being served
• Experience with early and middle childhood development
• Skills and experience in leading groups of children are required
• Be independent and able to work without supervision
• Have reliable transportation
• Ability to respond safely to emergency situations.
• Must pass an FBI fingerprint screening.

CHILDREN ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBILITIES:

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide supervision and activities for children ages 0-12 while their parents are participating in classes at the CLC.
• Build relationships with children ages 0-12.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers about progress or needs.
• Be willing to fill in for open shifts as available.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and maintain the positive culture of The Matthews House and uphold agency values: relationship-centered, assume the best of people, own your role, innovation, remain curious.
• Communicate professionally through written documentation and verbal communication.
• Ensure all services provided are within the Matthews House guidelines and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Services will be provided in Wellington and Fort Collins.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with 3% match by employer
• Paid sick leave
• A mission-driven environment with strong staff culture

The Matthews House Mission: Empowering youth and families through connection, self-efficacy, and independence.

The Matthews House Vision: A community that is aware, belongs, and is self-sufficient.

The Matthews House Values: Relationship-centered, Assume the best of people, Own your role, Innovation, Remain curious

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The Matthews House is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability or any other status protected by state or local law.