Job Information
Trinity Health Childcare Assistant - PRN in Dubuque, Iowa
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.
In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.
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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Childcare Assistant!
As a Childcare Assistant at MercyOne, you will Assist the Teacher in the care of children ranging in age from 0-12 years. Our childcare programs are designed around the developmental needs of children.
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday; Our Daycare center is open from 5:45am - 7:30pm. PRN (Per Diem) would include picking up shifts as needed.
General Requirements:
Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.
Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
Actively knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values, including the Guiding Behaviors and Caring Model Principles, and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.
Demonstrates specific customer-focused behaviors relating to attitude, privacy/confidentiality, communication skills and professional behavior. Assists and carries out planned activities as necessary.
Recognizes and attempts to meet the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the children. Treats all children with respect.
Exhibits a warm, loving, and respectful caring attitude toward all children disciplining in accordance with the Center's guide.
Supervises children and provides for their physical safety at all times. In doing so, identifies and corrects potential risk situations and hazards and completes incident reports.
Creates an environment which is interesting and challenging to the children.
Demonstrates willingness to discuss and work out problems with peers and parents as they arise.
Demonstrates knowledge of positive reinforcement and redirection as behavior modification techniques.
Seeks the majority of continuing education requirements in areas that will be most beneficial to the department and the individual.
Strives for individual performance excellence within the job in order to help the department achieve its goals.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must earn State Mandatory hours of continuing education in Early Childhood Education per year.
Must meet all mandatory education and training requirements within specified timeframes as required by organizational/regulatory standards.
Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
Experience:
One to two years previous work experience with children and/or schooling in Early Childhood Education is highly desirable.
Special Skills, Competencies, and Aptitudes:
Computer Proficiency: Demonstrated experience and competency with Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and a variety of web-based programs and browsers, with the willingness and ability to update and increase skills as needed to meet the goals of the departments. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.
Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran
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