Child Care Worker - RE033

Job DetailsJob Location: Residential - Portland, OR 97231Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $21.95 - $21.95 HourlyJob Shift: DayTitle: Child Care Worker
Location: Adult Residential - 17645 NW St. Helens Hwy, Portland, OR 97231
Schedule: This is an in person position; Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional weekends and evenings required.

Wage Range: $21.95 hourly, Non-Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Child Care Worker looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! 

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Summary:

The NARA NW Child Care Workers play a vital role in nurturing and supporting young children’s development. They create a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Child Care Workers are responsible for providing care and supervision for children whose parents are receiving and participating in NARA’s health and wellness services and special events.

What you will do:

Provide education and recreational activities for children.
Notify Children’s Case Manager and the Child Development Center Managers of children’s progress or problems regarding childcare.
Help facilitate ASQ questionnaire/SE for all children within required timeframes
Keep documentation daily of child’s progress.
Know and practice child safety policies and procedures in manual and complete required PSU training.
Assures the safety of children and maintains a safe environment.
Follow Policies and procedures per Nara NW, DELC, DHS, and OSHA regulations
Prepare and serve snacks to children.

QualificationsWe would like to hear from people that have:


Either a High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
Must be registered on the Central Background Registry
Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests
Must pass a criminal background and DMV checks
Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community preferred
Two years' experience in the field of childcare relevant to duties and responsibilities noted above preferred


 

What’s in it for you?

 

14 Paid Holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, 4th of July, Labor Day, United Indigenous Day, Indigenous People's Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th!

 

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

 


Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account 
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
Referral Program- (Up to $1000 Dollars)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC


 

How to apply:

 


To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Not required), that’s all!
Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.


 

 

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or communit