Mid-Columbia Medical Center believes in providing exceptional health services and experiences through person-centered care. Our hospital, specialty clinics, physicians and employees make up a one-of-a-kind healthcare system that is unique to the Gorge. With a philosophy built around person-centered care, you can look with confidence to MCMC as we redefine what it means to be a healthcare employee in the 21st century.

We are seeking a Child Caregiver to join our Great & Small department. This position is Temporary Part Time, 20 hours per week and is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package -or- a 13% pay differential in lieu of benefits. We're looking for compassionate, enthusiastic, and dependable candidates that are team players with a positive attitude.

Perks of working with us: amazing work-life balance with flexible schedules. The best part is that you work with great people daily! If you want to be a part of a fantastic team and experience an uplifting, and gratifying work environment – come work with us and share your talent and skills.

• 401(k) through Fidelity Investments (up to 6% matching)
• Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Paid time off starting 5 weeks per year
• Extended Illness hours
• Employee assistance program
• Many discounts such as cell phone, computer, auto maintenance, etc.
• Flexible scheduling
• Substantial health savings account contributions
• On-site childcare service
• Education matching
• Life insurance / Short-term / Long-term disability options
• 20% discount from hospital bills

• Contribute to Employee 401k Retirement Plan
• Receive all the benefits of the Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee Preventative Benefits - Employee Hospital Discounts

• Education:
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  
• Licensure/Certification:
• Must have current first aid and CPR training. Will provide training if needed, to be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Must have State Food Handler’s Card, or obtain within 30 days.
• Must be Teacher-Qualified according to Child Care Division Rules and Regulations for Certified Centers
• Must have an Oregon two hour certificate in Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect, or obtain training within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must have ore be willing to obtain within 30 days certificate through the Early Learning Division – Office of Child Care course titled “Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety”.
• Must have or be willing to obtain within 30 days the "Safe Sleep for Oregon's Infants" course completion certificate.
• Must complete any new training requirements from the Oregon Department of Education, Early Learning Division mandatory courses, within the specified time frames, per adjustments in Certified Child Care Center Rules and Regulations.
  
• Experience:
• Six months experience in early childhood education preferred
• Experience with using every day technology tools (e.g. email, spreadsheets, word processing, voicemail, internet / intranet) to access, organize and store job-related information.
• Be enrolled in the Professional registry.
• Step 5 or greater on The Oregon Registry for childcare workers preferred.
  
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
• Requires thinking skills, good judgment and the ability to work under close supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment, know when to ask for help and take appropriate action.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to work independently as needed within a classroom setting, maintaining all program elements and following all licensing and SPARK standards.