The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
The Child Care Worker is responsible for providing direct care service to children and adolescents under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Child Care Worker maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient/patient group. The Child Care Worker provides physical care, support, guidance and supervision in daily activities consistent with the treatment plan and milieu program. The Child Care Worker implements aspects of the treatment plan through patient interactions, teaching and developing self care and social skills and organizing and participating in patient activities.
Position Description
Job Specification
To Be Considered For This Position You Must
Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
Attach a cover letter.
Attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.
See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions
Required Education And Experience
Education
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits), including 15 semester (22 term) credits in one or a combination of the following human service areas: psychology, sociology, social work, nursing, special education, audiology, speech pathology, recreation therapy, music therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, child care, child development counseling and guidance, human services, family relations, behavioral science, or a related field.
Experience
Child Care Worker 8
No specific type or amount is required.
Child Care Worker E9
One year of experience equivalent to a Child Care Worker 8 and completion of the Department of Health and Human Services' approved training program.
Alternate Education And Experience
Alternate Education and Experience
Child Care Worker 8
Three years of experience as a Youth Specialist may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.
Additional Requirements And Information
Current vacancies are for the PM Shift (2:30pm - 10:30pm) and MN Shift (10:30pm - 7:00am).
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applications interviewed will be notified of the results.
This position is located at 30901 Palmer Rd. Westland, MI 48186 and the selected incumbent will be required to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
The department reserves the rights to close positions prior to their original end dates once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
Questions related to this position may be directed to MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov .
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
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