Support Services Childcare Assistant

Since 1972, Therapeutic Health Services (THS) has provided evidence-based, culturally appropriate and compassionate behavioral health treatment, programs and services for children, youth, and families with substance use and mental health disorders. We are on the frontlines:

• Fighting the region’s opioid epidemic
• Providing behavioral health support for those experiencing homelessness
• Lowering barriers to behavioral health for youth and adults who have had challenges accessing quality care
• Specialists in serving the needs of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities
• A family of caring and compassionate providers dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in our community

We are hiring for Childcare Assistant to join our Everett team. As Childcare Assistant you will play a vital role in meeting the increasing demand for behavioral health services in our Puget Sound region. The pay for this position is $20.00 an hour.

• Provide childcare for children aged 1-12 years old.
• Ensure children are signed in and out in accordance with THS childcare policies.
• Assist the Childcare Supervisor in maintaining an attractive, clean, and safe childcare environment.
• Develop and lead engaging childcare activities tailored to the individual needs of the children present.
• Create and maintain incident reports as necessary per THS childcare policies.
• Attend all required meetings, workshops, and retreats.
• Punctuality is essential in this role.
• Perform other assigned tasks as needed.
• Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent.
• One year of relevant work experience; some experience in social or early childhood development is preferred.
• Self-motivated, compassionate, energetic, and capable of maintaining clear and healthy boundaries with clients, families, and staff.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating activities for children of all ages.
• Understanding of early child development principles, with the ability to create a safe environment and interact with children and their parents warmly and respectfully.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy, working effectively with families and children from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in de-escalating communication issues as they arise.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule as required.
• Completion of CPR and First Aid Certifications within the specified timeframe by THS.
• Possession of or ability to obtain HIV/AIDS, First Aid, and CPR training within 60 days of employment.

We offers the following benefits to full and some part-time staff:

• Employer paid medical/dental/vision insurance packages.
• Employer paid life insurance
• 12 accrued vacation days for year one, up to 20 days in subsequent years
• 12 days sick leave accrual per year
• Mental Health Day
• 1 Personal Day
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training Allowance/License Reimbursement
• We are also a Second Chance Employer