Child Care Attendant (50844)

Quinault Wellness Center is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Child Watch Attendant to provide safe, engaging childcare services for children whose caretakers are attending appointments or services at a Substance Use Disorder treatment facility.

The Child Watch Attendant is responsible for maintaining continuous visual and auditory supervision of children while creating a welcoming, fun, and safe environment. This position plans age-appropriate activities, supports healthy child development, maintains cleanliness of the childcare area, and ensures the safety and well-being of every child in care.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children and are committed to providing exceptional service in a healthcare setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide constant visual and auditory supervision of children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging play environment.
• Organize and participate in age-appropriate activities, games, crafts, songs, and group play.
• Read stories and encourage creative learning experiences.
• Assist children with healthy habits, including eating, resting, and personal hygiene needs.
• Practice patience and positively guide appropriate behavior.
• Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, staff, and children.
• Sanitize toys, equipment, and childcare areas regularly.
• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean environment.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to common childhood illnesses and injuries.
• Follow all organizational policies, including confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.