Child Care Worker (UNMTemps) - req# 14457

UNMTemps, the University of New Mexico's internal temporary staffing department, seeks a temporary Child Care Worker to join the UNM Children's Campus Administration.

This is a potential temp-to-regular opportunity, subject to the selected candidates performance throughout the temporary assignment, in addition to the business needs of the hiring department.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Providing a safe, stimulating environment for young children.
• Conducting individual and group activities to encourage learning and developing social interaction skills.
• Preparing and/or serving children's meals.
• Maintaining appropriate records of attendance and activities.

Assignment Details:

Days & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Projected End Date: 1 year from start date

Parking Arrangements: Responsibility of the selected employee

UNMTemps provides staffing solutions to UNM departments requesting temporary employees as positions become available due to a vacancy, when regular employees are absent, for peak work periods, and for special events. As such, UNMTemps assignments/positions may end with little or no advance notice.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Ability to secure and maintain a valid UNM Driver's License.
• A valid New Mexico Driver's License, or ability to obtain a valid NM Driver's License within six months of hire, is required for this job.
• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the USUNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Must work towards and/or maintain current CDA certification. 1st course must be started within 90 days of date of hire and 1 course completed each year thereafter. (Main Campus employees)
• Must obtain and maintain current adult, child & infant CPR and First Aid Certification. Initial certification must be achieved within 6 weeks of date of hire. (Main Campus employees).
• Must complete the NM 45-hour entry level training course, or equivalent, within 90 days of date of hire. (Main Campus employees)
• Successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and CYFD fingerprinting background check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completed 45 Hour Certificate

CPR and First Aid Certified.

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.