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1 The Salvation Army Australia Southern Territory POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title Childcare Coordinator Employee Name Date January Division/ Entity/Location Western Victoria Organisational Unit/ Department Karinya THE SALVATION ARMY INTERNATIONAL MISSION STATEMENT The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human need in His name without discrimination. AUSTRALIA SOUTHERN TERRITORY S MISSION AND VALUES Mission The mission of The Salvation Army Australia Southern Territory is: Transforming lives: working for personal renewal through Jesus Christ, that touches and integrates the whole person Caring for people: engaging with others in need, without discrimination Making Disciples: patterning lives on Jesus Reforming Society: acting on the structures of society to restore justice Values The values of The Salvation Army Australia Southern Territory are: Human dignity: respecting the sanctity of human life as being made in the image of God. We affirm the worth and capacity of all people. Justice: acting with integrity and fairness, without discrimination, and being an advocate for the disadvantaged; managing all resources responsibly as stewards. We promote healthy and whole relationships, and good society. Hope: sharing the gospel of Jesus as a gracious invitation to wholeness. We work for reconciliation, healing and transformation for all people and creation. Compassion: engaging with others in the Spirit of Jesus. We feel compelled to stand with and do something about another s suffering. Community: owning our common humanity as we engage with people, working and journeying together, for mutual capacity building. We build community and meet with God in our encounter with others. All employees in non-ministry positions in The Salvation Army are expected to work in accordance with the Australia Southern Territory s mission and values and comply with Official Minutes, policies and procedures. Karinya Childcare Coordinator Jan 13 Page 1

evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.

2 Position reports to Child & Youth Team Leader Reportable Positions Childcare Assistant Position Purpose Qualifications To support the under 5 age group and their family by coordinating and providing a quality childcare program that is relevant for Karinya consumers and the community house. Diploma of Children s services Experience in Childcare Award (if applicable) Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry 2010 (terms & conditions) Classification Family Day Care level 3 Pay point dependant on experience EFT 22hours per week Resource Management NIL Total staff management (EFT).47 EFT Prerequisites Current First Aid Certificate Working with Children Check Personal Competencies Required Willingness to work in accordance with The Salvation Army s mission and values, and comply with Official Minutes, policies and procedures. Demonstrates integrity and judgement in all dealings with individuals and organisational issues. Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. High level of initiative with the ability to manage time. Ability to work effectively in a team. Demonstrated energy and enthusiasm. Job Competencies Required Ability to develop programs and plan activities suitable for preschool children with consideration of the individual child s need. Understand the impact of homelessness and family violence on the under 5 age group and their family. Sound knowledge of childcare regulations and the ability to apply appropriate policy and procedures. Demonstrated team building and leadership skills. Conflict resolution skills; promoting a positive work environment where conflict is addressed constructively. Proven organisational and administrative skills, including computer word processing and data entry. Karinya Childcare Coordinator Jan 13 Page 2

Diploma of Children s services Experience in Childcare Award (if applicable) Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry 2010 (terms & conditions) Classification Family Day Care

3 Key Result Areas Key Activities Standard Measures Coordination and delivery of childcare program Prepare, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate programs for children. Develop weekly plans for childcare activities. Ensure appropriate child/staff ratios are maintained at all times. Interact with children according to their age and developmental needs. Maintain appropriate range of resources, equipment and toys within budget. Provide assessment of children and where concerns arise, talk to parents about appropriate referrals. Record observations of individual children. Work with children within their own individual needs. Provide advice and support to parents. Children receive quality childcare that meets the child s need. Weekly plan is clear, concise and carried out by childcare staff. Childcare staffed in accordance with DEECD regulations, at all times. Resources, equipment and toys are adequate for the provision of quality childcare. Referrals, either in house or externally, are made when required. Observations are recorded and kept up-to-date. Individual needs of children are being met. Professional and appropriate advice is being offered to parents. Team Leadership Coordinate childcare to provide service according to the childcare regulations and standards. Supervise childcare assistant, trainee and students. Participate in the staff recruitment process. Provide staff with debriefing as required. Facilitate TSA staff appraisal process with childcare team members. Identify professional development and training needs for staff. Administration duties Assist with the review and development of childcare policies and procedures. Complete enrolment forms. Complete attendance records. Collect, balance and record childcare fees. Service delivery is consistently maintained in accordance with regulations and standards. Childcare team is working together effectively. Suitably qualified team maintained. Staff receive adequate debriefing and supervision on a monthly basis. Childcare staff team is actively participating in TSA staff appraisal process. Staff training needs are being met. Childcare policies are reviewed periodically and up to date at all times. Enrolment forms are completed accurately with up to date information. Attendance records completed accurately. Childcare fees are collected, balanced and recorded accurately. Karinya Childcare Coordinator Jan 13 Page 3

Maintain appropriate range of resources, equipment and toys within budget. Provide assessment of children and where concerns arise, talk to parents about appropriate referrals.

4 OH&S Maintain knowledge of OH&S/risk management policy and procedures. Provide risk assessments and incident reports as required. Promote a safe and healthy workplace. Comply with statutory requirements of TSA policy and Procedures. Professional development Participate in TSA performance appraisal process. Develop a performance plan for professional development in consultation with Team leader. Participate in professional development courses, workshops and forums. Engage in supervision monthly and debriefing as required Quality Improvement Develop programs in line with Childcare regulations and standards Other duties Perform other duties in accordance with the scope of this position. Risks or hazards are identified and reported to the Team leader as they arise. Incident reports completed as soon as practicable and in accordance with DHS/TSA requirements. Maintain safe and healthy work place relations. Meet all OH&S policy and procedures. Participates in performance plan and appraisal. Engages in professional development in accordance with performance plan. Actively engages in supervision and debriefing. Embedding quality improvement into work practise Other duties performed as required Karinya Childcare Coordinator Jan 13 Page 4

Develop a performance plan for professional development in consultation with Team leader. Participate in professional development courses, workshops and forums.

5 Employee s Signature: Date: Print Name: Manager s Signature: Date: Print Name: Karinya Childcare Coordinator Jan 13 Page 5

Organisational Unit/ Department

Organisational Unit/ Department The Salvation Army Australia Southern Territory POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title Community Support Worker Employee Name Date Division/ Entity/Location Melbourne Central Division Organisational Unit/