Early Childhood Service Assistant at James River Church

Ozark, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Safety, Effective Communication, Problem Solving, Team Building, Conflict Resolution, Relationship Management, Organization, Punctuality, Professionalism, Confidentiality

Industry

Religious Institutions

Description

Description Job Summary The Early Childhood Service Assistant will work closely with the Early Childhood Coordinator in overseeing the assigned area during services. They are responsible for building relationships with Dream Teamers through prayer, encouragement, and assistance as needed to ensure the physical and spiritual wellbeing of the children in our care. They will work closely with the Early Childhood team on special projects and must have a passion for team building as well as support the vision of the church. Schedule: Sundays 7:00-1:30 (6 ½ hrs) Wednesday 5:00-9:00 (4 hrs) As weekday hours allow assist with room setup (1.5 hrs) Essential Responsibilities & Duties Assist with Sunday and Wednesday oversite of the assigned area with the following: Service Prep: Turn lights on, TVs on, set up activity buckets, sign-in sheets, tank buckets, hang weekly memos, hang room leader’s signs, prepare snacks, prepare water pitchers, make sure all rooms are stocked and in good repair. On Wednesday Nights make cookies. Service Oversight: Meet new volunteers and assign them to a room for observing and training. Handle medical, behavioral, parental issues (NOTE: must keep your campus lead informed). Take attendance of all dream teams, kids, and staff during each service. Maintain classroom rotations and schedule. Pass out birthday gifts. Assist in ensuring Kids Check-in stations are stocked and prepared for all services Assist in ensuring there is greeting and atmosphere teams scheduled and positioned for all services Assist as needed in getting supplies and items for greeting and atmosphere team Service Closedown: Start dishwasher, wash/fold laundry, put activity buckets away, take down the room signs/sign-in sheets and lock all classrooms. Maintain lost and found. Make sure rooms are clean and ready for Weekday Preschool. Build Relationships: Maintain and develop relationships with parents in the hallway. Assist those that have questions. Assist with recruiting for the Early Childhood area. Welcome and invite new families to the Connect Center. Help parents feel secure leaving their children in the Early Childhood area. Maintain positive relationships with volunteers by praying with them, following up if they are sick or having a personal problem, and making them feel valued and appreciated. Maintain a close relationship with coaches and get together occasionally outside of service to encourage team building. Communication: Notify all surgeries, special needs, births, deaths, etc. to the church office and Early Childhood Campus Coordinator. Keep your Leader informed of all behavioral, medical, or parental issues. Events & Additional Responsibilities: Participate in and assist with all church and departmental events or activities as assigned by your leader. Manage regular responsibilities in a way that allows time to support departmental events when needed. Absenteeism: In the event of absences or vacations, responsibilities must be covered. Absentees are not to exceed four (4) Sundays and four (4) Wednesdays a year. Requirements A moderate level of activity includes but is not limited to moving to the floor and back up, actively participating in songs, games, and activities, standing/walking for an extended period (often 6 - 8 hours). This position requires that the candidates be actively attending and have completed grow track with approval as a dream team member. Must have the ability to lead well, be outgoing, friendly, and able to handle confrontation. Must feel called to the church and support the ministry Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities • Knowledge: o Knowledge of child safety rules and regulations • Skills: o Proficiency in effective communication both orally and in writing o Exhibition of good judgment, honesty, integrity, responsibility, and punctuality through the utilization of professional work standards. o Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervising personnel, coworkers, dream teamers, and the public. • Abilities: o Ability to maintain confidentiality, exhibit professionalism, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with diverse teams and people. o Exhibit a spirit of unity o Must have strong problem-solving skills o Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Code of Conduct and Character James River Church is Pastor-led, and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws. As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following: 1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including: a. Daily devotional time with the Lord. b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit. 2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes: a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse. b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available. 3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies. 4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor. 5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation. 6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times. 7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church. HEART BEHIND ALL WE DO JOY Smile at EVERYONE you encounter! “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil 4:4 (NIV) “In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps 16:11 (ESV) ENTHUSIASM Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church. “Zeal for your house has consumed me…” Ps 69:9 (ESV) “I was overjoyed when they said, ‘Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.’” Ps 122:1 (TPT) ENCOURAGEMENT Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve! “So encourage each other and build each other up…” 1 Thess 5:11 (NLT) “…Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG) LOVE AND CARE Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus! “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” 1 John 4:7 (NLT) “Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” Jn 13:34 (NLT) SERVANT - MINDED How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help. “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT) “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mt 20:28 (NLT) “…Through love serve and seek the best for one another.” Ga 5:13 (AMP)

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Responsibilities

Oversee the early childhood area during services, including room preparation, volunteer coordination, and child safety. Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, volunteers, and staff to support the church's vision.