Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

BENEFITS:

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays).  PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401k matching (50% up to maximum of 6% employee contribution) available after 1 year of full-time employment.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

JOB SUMMARY:

Educator with knowledge of adult and child learning skills and behaviors. Uses quality teaching methods and techniques. Performs instructions according to education plans. Adheres to the educational development plans. Performs duties in an ethical and caring manner.

Aides are responsible for assisting in schoolwide functions. These functions include, but are not limited to, tasks that assist with the care and maintenance of the classroom, children and common areas. These duties may include assisting with naptimes, restroom breaks, or general housekeeping tasks. Responsibilities may be temporarily modified due to daily situations. In these cases, aides will be informed of their duties by their supervisors, The Director, and Assistant Director. Aides will also float between both centers (Largo / St. Pete)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate Degree or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field preferred

Completion of the minimum 45 academic hours required for teaching the specific educational level assigned. Two years experience in a licensed childcare center

• Knowledge of developmental milestones
• Knowledge of developmental delays and methods of addressing problems
• Knowledge of learning styles and appropriate teaching methods
• Knowledge of Pinellas County License Board, ELC and other related regulations
• Knowledge of basic typing and computer skills
• Ability to interact in a positive, productive and effective way with counselors, parents, medical personnel and clerical staff
• Ability to work with parents and a positive non-threatening manner
• Ability to apply appropriate observation and documentation skills
• Ability to coordinate with outside agencies to facilitate reunification
• Ability to display enthusiasm and create a warm, caring atmosphere of learning for the child and the parent

REQUIREMENTS, LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• FCCPC, CDA or valid State teaching certification preferred or must be completed within the first year of employment
• Current Florida drivers license
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• HIV/AIDS training required every two years (in house training available)

TWO WORK LOCATIONS AVAILABLE:

1930 4th St, St Petersburg, 33705

13800 66th St N, Largo, 33771

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Largo, FL 33771: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Bilingual (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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