Child Care Assistant

Description Join McAlister Institute, a 48-year beacon in San Diego's Recovery Community. The Child Care Assistant plays a key role in supporting the co-op childcare center within a residential drug and alcohol treatment program for women, including monolingual and bilingual Spanish-speaking pregnant and parenting mothers. This position helps create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally supportive environment for children while assisting mothers as they work toward recovery. Benefits for YOU 13 paid annual holidays, including your birthday; 12 paid vacation days, paid sick leave Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility 403(b) Retirement Plan + up to 6% Employer Match Health Insurance available the first of the month following 30 days of employment (Sharp) EAP Key Responsibilities: Support and uphold the mission, philosophy, values, and direction of McAlister Institute. Assist the Child Care Specialist in providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. Help supervise and support mothers, clients, and volunteers working in the co-op childcare facility. Assist with daily care routines, engage children in age-appropriate activities, and maintain a clean, organized childcare space. Communicate concerns regarding children’s progress or needs to the Child Care Specialist and client mothers. Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times, monitoring activities and intervening when necessary. Guide volunteers in basic childcare tasks, including feeding, diapering, hygiene, and activity engagement. Support the implementation of age-appropriate play, learning games, and creative projects. Promote wellness and model self-care in alignment with Live Well San Diego principles. Maintain a warm, welcoming, clean, and safe environment; ensure equipment remains in good working order. Follow all personnel requirements, policies, safety regulations, and procedures, including dress code, reporting expectations, and training/certification requirements. Administer first aid and CPR when needed and respond appropriately to emergencies. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: Minimum one year of experience working in a licensed childcare program. At least 3 units in Child Development required. Demonstrated success working with children in past roles. CPR (including infant CPR), First Aid, and AED certification required (training provided). Must pass a drug test, background clearance, and provide a negative TB test. Must be free of probation or parole for at least one year. Clean driving record with at least two years of driving experience . Strong paperwork and computer skills; ability to maintain accurate, up-to-date records. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational abilities. Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency preferred. Ability to pass all pre-employment screening, including references, education verification, a criminal background check with at least one year clear of probation or parole, a drug test, and a negative TB test. On-site position.