JOB SUMMARY: 

Reporting to the President, the Director of Development is responsible for overseeing the communications and fundraising activities of the Development Department. The Director of Development is responsible for the development, management, and execution of Maryvale's fundraising programs including individual and corporate donors, direct mail, planned giving, private and corporate foundations, special events and donor recognition. The Director of Development is also responsible for the oversight of all marketing and communications efforts. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity. 
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents. 
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids. 
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.  
9. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
10. Be knowledgeable, aware and able to discuss Maryvale’s resources, projects, programs, and services for children and families.
11. Contribute to the strategic long-term vision of Maryvale through innovation, improvement, initiative, and implementation of department initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Create annual fundraising plan, timeline and budget with clear fundraising targets and marketing goals.
2. Prepare and submit an annual Development and public relations budget.
3. Work closely with the Los Angeles Orphanage Guild by attending all meetings and supporting them in achieving their goals of fundraising, community awareness and personal interaction with Maryvale programs.
4. Oversee grant writing to ensure sound and timely grant proposals.
5. Maintain appropriate communication with foundation representatives and ensure that grant reports are produced and submitted in a timely manner.
6. Ensure that events are produced in a way that is in keeping with Maryvale 's  Mission and Core Values, creating goodwill for the organization and helping identify potential new donors and supporters.
7. Ensure timely delivery of all direct mail appeals.
8. Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with current and prospective individuals and business supporters.
9. Oversee Maryvale’s annual golf tournament.
10. Develop and oversee all cultivation activities.
11. Maintain Maryvale’s donor database and donor/volunteer tracking system.
12. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the fundraising strategies and make recommendations of proposed changes to the President and CEO as necessary.
13. Oversee the production of the organization's marketing materials - newsletter, website, social networks, brochures and other collaterals - and ensure they are meeting the organization's fundraising and communications needs.
14. Report to the President and Chief Executive Officer using required reports and other created management tools that monitor progress and help in strategic planning.
15. Provide a quarterly report to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors summarizing fundraising and communications activities.
16. Build effective partnerships with Associates, volunteers, Board members and community members.
17. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and training.
2. Minimum 7-10 years of relevant nonprofit development experience.
3. Proven ability to identify, cultivate, acquire and steward gifts from individuals and foundations.
4. Ability to establish positive, collaborate working relationships with donors, staff, volunteers and Associates.
5. Work independently and possess strong management and organizational skills.
6. Positive, proactive and personable team player with a sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, board members, volunteers, donors, program participants, and other supporters.
7. Comfortable with making public presentations soliciting donation and developing relationships.
8. Experience supervising other staff and volunteers and facilitating teamwork in support of a diverse fundraising program.
9. Superior communication, organization and interpersonal skills that can articulate a compelling case for the mission-driven services provided by the agency.
10. Excellent writing skills and knowledge of grant writing and charitable giving in the nonprofit arena
11. Demonstrated self-starter with creative, problem solving and analytic thinking skills.
12. Proficient organizational skills enabling the management of multiple projects with a demonstrated ability to complete tasks within established timeframes.
13. Intermediate computer skills required, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Donor Perfect preferred.

JOB SUMMARY: 

Under the direct supervision of the Early Education Administrative Team, teachers are responsible for providing a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. Teachers may be assigned to work in a classroom with children birth through 12 years or as a support teacher across all age groups.  

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity. 
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents. 
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids. 
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.  
9. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
10. Plan and organize engaging activities to ensure a warm, orderly, and healthy learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
11. Arrange and create a developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with program goals and Maryvale’s philosophy.
12. Provide daily activities for the children in consideration of their developmental level and in accordance with the Creative Curriculum. Where applicable, planning and implementation of activities is to be a collaborative effort amongst the teaching team. 
13. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale.  
14. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times. 
15. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service. 
16. Meet with parents for conferences at 60 days, 6 months for review of DRDP and periodically as needed. Ensure that family inquiries are responded to professionally and in a timely manner. 
17. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families. 
18. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry. 
19. Attend in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
20. Maintain a current Child Development Permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher. 
21. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotal, behavior logs, DRDPs. 
22. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions. 
23. Work in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness. 
24. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
25. Maintain confidentiality.
26. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program. 
27. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly. 
28. Performs related functions as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. AA degree is preferred, but at a minimum, the completion of 12 Child Development/ECE units.
2. 3 units of coursework for infant/Toddlers is required; teachers may be provided 30 days to provide evidence of enrollment. Course must be completed within 6 months of hire date. 
3. Child Development permit at the Associate teacher or higher level. Teachers may be provided 30 days to provide evidence of application. Permit must be secured within 6 months of hire date. 
4. 1 year experience working with children; paid or unpaid experience is sufficient. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 Under the direct supervision of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Administrator the Receptionist is responsible for greeting families and visitors in person and over the phone and email, preparing written documents for the Early Education program, completing financial logs and daily food reconciliations, entering information into PROCARE, supporting the eligibility process for the CDE funded programs through intake, eligibility and certification. The front desk is a fast paced administrative environment, and requires the ability to multi-task.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4.     Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5.     Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6.     Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7.     Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8.     Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. As the public’s first contact with the agency, the receptionist insures that visitors, telephone calls and emails are handled in accordance with Maryvale’s communication policy.
2. Receives, signs in and announces all visitors.
3. The receptionist is to be well versed in center programs and able to provide general information to families regarding rates, program activities, and daily schedule.
4. Maintain records of cash received at the front desk, and complete daily deposits, as needed.
5. Reconcile the food program daily counts in accordance with the food program procedure for both Early Education Centers.
6. Provides general office support with a variety of clerical tasks as assigned, including filing, copying and generating forms and communication materials.
7. Provide support, as assigned, with intake, eligibility and certification of families in CDE funded programs, CSPP and CCTR.
8. Conduct thorough family interviews in a compassionate and objective manner, collecting all required documentation at the time of the interview to ensure compliance, timely enrollment and to provide a high level of customer service to each family.
9. Process all paperwork in a timely manner, and ensure file is complete prior to starting families.
10. All families are to be enrolled based on the most current funding terms and conditions and according to Title 5 eligibility and need criteria.
11. Communicate with families and Associates in a clear, concise manner, consistent with the Maryvale Communication Policy.
12. The Receptionists will support intake, eligibility and certification and then will provide the family file to the Eligibility Specialist for case management.
13. Communicate with EEC Director and VP of ECE immediately regarding any issues regarding program or child safety – the Receptionist is a mandated reporter. 
14. In emergency situations, including low staffing, step in to the ECE classroom to provide care and supervision, under the guidance of a fully qualified teacher. 
15. Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.     High School Diploma or GED.
2.     Minimum of 1 year reception/clerical experience required.
3. Customer service focused with excellent people skills including verbal and written communication skills. 
4. Strong analytical skills; resourceful, reliable, multi task oriented; strong administrational skills; able to adhere to strict deadlines.
5. Able to adapt to changing priorities and to re-prioritize on short notice when needed.
6. Able to handle confidential information and act accordingly.
7. Strong computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications as well as the ability to adapt quickly to industry-specific software. Must be able to comprehend and communicate program and compliance related concerns to VP of ECE and ECE Directors.  
8. Current CPR/First Aid certificate, background clearance, TB test, required immunizations and fingerprint clearance are required for the position.
9. This role requires participation in formal and informal instruction related to ECE policy and procedure, Title 22 and Title 5 regulations, pertinent Maryvale ECE required trainings, Child Development Division or Office of Education trainings, and may require periodic travel to attend conferences or trainings relevant to role. 
10. Receptionist may need to be available odd hours to meet the needs of the center.
11. Proficiently bilingual in English and Spanish (verbal and written) is preferred. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The Associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The Associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

JOB CATEGORY:             Commercial Insurance

TITLE:                                   Clinical Director

STATUS:                               Exempt

REPORTS TO:                    Chief Financial Officer

REPORTING STAFF:      Clinical Supervisor, Clinicians, Administrative Staff

SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Clinical Director is responsible for the administration, execution, and maintenance of Maryvale’s dual diagnosis program.  The position is responsible for the oversight of all clinical and counseling staff, ensuring that all clinical and related administrative policies and procedures are fully implemented and followed.  They will participate in the recruitment and hiring of clinical treatment staff, providing direct services to clients and their families on an as needed basis, collaborating closely with Maryvale’s Executive Leadership Team for program development, strategic planning, and performance improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative:

• Plans and oversees all patient care and administrative operations and programs.
• Schedules clinical staff based on census, budget and ensures client care is covered at all times.
• Coordinates and ensures the supervision of staff through regular contact with Clinical Supervisor.
• Recruits Associates to ensure department is staffed with qualified personnel.
• Orients clinical staff to company policies, treatment protocols, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures all personnel policies are effectively administered and correctly followed in accordance with Maryvale’s vision, mission and core values.
• Responsible for prompt and accurate reporting to the Executive Leadership Team.

Services & Clinical Oversight:

• Plans, directs and monitors all program activities to include comprehensive client assessments, treatment plans, concurrent reviews, discharge documents, individual sessions, and group sessions.
• The Clinical Director will carry a caseload of clients, as clinically appropriate, and/or on an as-needed basis.
• Makes necessary case assignments and adjustments in clinician’s caseloads in a manner that supports an equal distribution of workload while maintaining clinical integrity.
• Reviews clinical staff work in weekly treatment team meeting and provides guidance when needed to ensure treatment effectiveness.
• Provides individual supervision of and consultation with clinical staff that includes individualized performance improvement goals based on clinician performance and needs.
• Collaborates with Admissions in determining clinical appropriateness of incoming new and readmitting clients into all levels of programming.

Program Development & Strategic Initiatives:

• Establishes a program schedule that meets the client’s treatment goals.
• Development of curriculum for the program that is specific to its population.
• Devises strategies and plans for the clinical department according to company standards for excellent service and growth.
• Collaborates with Business Development to maintain census goals.
• Analyzes performance improvement data and coordinates with administrative, executive, and operations teams at least quarterly to update and implement action plans.
• Participates in the preparation for and maintenance of COA accreditation and regulatory audits by taking an active role in the process.

Management:

• Responsible for promoting a responsive, supportive and quality health care environment through work behaviors which portray a service excellence orientation and a strong personal value system to ensure the understanding exemplification and fulfillment of the organization’s mission and core values.
• Plans and manages the day-to-day on-site activities of the therapeutic program.
• Resolves complaints from patients, patient’s families/significant others and staff.
• Utilizes all program resources, both human and material, in an efficient and responsible fashion.
• Maintains confidentiality of the organization’s practices and proprietary information at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be licensed (LMFT, LCSW) by the State of California BBS and/or (Ph.D, Psy.D) by the State of California Board of Psychology for a minimum of three years. All credentials must be in good standing and current.

• Minimum five years’ experience supervising a multidisciplinary treatment team as a clinical director or similar managerial position.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a leadership role of substance use, mental health, or dual diagnosis programs; experience serving fee-paying, commercial insurance, and/or managed care populations preferred.
• Must have experience and thorough knowledge of disease of addiction and psychiatric disorders and illnesses.
• Experience in clinical supervision and program management.
• Must be proficient in the understanding of medical necessity guidelines for II-HBHS services, Partial Hospital Programs (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). 
• Solid understanding of budgeting, resourcing and performance evaluation procedures.
• Excellent knowledge of standards (e.g. COA) and regulations for the clinical field.
• Must be proficient in the delivery, implementation and oversight of Trauma-Informed Care.

 In addition to listed qualifications, the ideal candidate:

• Has led or participated in the creation of a program statement addressing administrative, therapeutic, and management of a dual diagnosis program(s).
• Possesses a minimum of 24 months of direct work experience in a mental treatment program and/or psychiatric hospital as a Clinical Director.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.  The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Associate may occasionally be required to drive a motor vehicle.
4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary role of the Parent Partner is to provide active, hands-on “peer” support to parents and caregivers of children and youth who are receiving services through the Wraparound program. The Parent Partner is responsible for providing support and guidance to the parents and caregivers and serves as a liaison for parent involvement. Services are provided directly in the community, within a family’s home setting and/or at our agency location in Duarte.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Participate in Trauma Informed Care training and follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.
9. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
10. Provides support to caregivers as they learn and practice needed social skills in the home and community per the client’s care plan.
11. Provide and coordinate services to families that maintain and strengthen the relationship between client and family.
12. Mentor families in communication skills, anger management, problem solving, stress management, appropriate discipline, self-care, and other life skills.
13. Work with the Child and Family Team to individualize and update the Service Plan.
14. Attends Child and Family Team Meetings and other program related, client related meetings as assigned.
15. Utilizing interventions in the field while working with caregivers, providing services as outlined in the care plan as assigned by the Wraparound Child and Family Team.
16. Assist families in contacting specific services and utilizing community resources as identified in the care plan.
17. Maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with the Child and Family Team members to provide maximum support to the family.
18. Participating in all needed appointments for the clients and families (school, DCFS, DMH, Probation department, court, medical, psychiatric, etc.).
19. Participates in identifying client’s needs and triggers within a strength-based model.
20. As a member of the Child and Family Team, will work closely and collaboratively with the other team members to ensure continuity of care is being provided toward ensuring their care plan and safety Plan.
21. Is well versed in and is able to communicate to others the Wraparound philosophy, principles and process.
22. Completes DMH/DCFS required documentation within agency contract meeting expected timelines and agency standard of practices.
23. Consistently meet service needs of the Wraparound clients by providing any and all necessary services; and document accordingly so that service percentage expectation established by the agency are met or exceeded monthly.
24. Will become familiar with “Ten Principles of Wraparound” and ensure all services provided maintain the fidelity of the Wraparound process the Child and Family Teams will work within.
25. Attends Community-Based and Wraparound Program Department meetings, in-service trainings, and weekly supervision.
26. Perform other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have personal life experience as a parent or caregiver of at-risk child(ren) including involvement either with DCFS, Department of Probation, School/IEP, and or mental health services.
2. Bi-Lingual Spanish preferred, but not required.
3. High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree or higher.
4. Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.
5. Experience working with families/children involved with the juvenile justice system, dependency court system or child welfare system.
6. Demonstrated experience and ability to relate to a culturally diverse clientele and professional colleagues.
7. Pre-employment physical exam and criminal and OIG background clearance.
8. Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Required to drive a motor vehicle and provide proof of motor vehicle insurance. Must maintain valid motor insurance throughout duration of employment. Will need to utilize own vehicle and or agency vehicle in accordance with the agency and program’s policy/procedures.
9. Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
10. Experience in utilizing an electronic health record system a plus.
11. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
12. Familiar with Windows operations system, MS WORD, EXCEL, email, etc.
13. Excellent time management and organizational skills.

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Flexible hours dependent upon client needs and caseload.
2. Schedule will vary day to day, and may include evenings and weekends hours.    
3. Availability 24/7 for crisis intervention as needed by the program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear. The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
2. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
3. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB SUMMARY: 

Under the direct supervision of the Early Education Administrative Team, teachers are responsible for providing a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. Teachers may be assigned to work in a classroom with children birth through 12 years or as a support teacher across all age groups.  

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity. 
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents. 
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids. 
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.  
9. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
10. Plan and organize engaging activities to ensure a warm, orderly, and healthy learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
11. Arrange and create a developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with program goals and Maryvale’s philosophy.
12. Provide daily activities for the children in consideration of their developmental level and in accordance with the Creative Curriculum. Where applicable, planning and implementation of activities is to be a collaborative effort amongst the teaching team. 
13. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale.  
14. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times. 
15. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service. 
16. Meet with parents for conferences at 60 days, 6 months for review of DRDP and periodically as needed. Ensure that family inquiries are responded to professionally and in a timely manner. 
17. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families. 
18. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry. 
19. Attend in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
20. Maintain a current Child Development Permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher. 
21. Maintain regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotal, behavior logs, DRDPs. 
22. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions. 
23. Work in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness. 
24. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
25. Maintain confidentiality.
26. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program. 
27. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly. 
28. Performs related functions as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. AA degree is preferred, but at a minimum, the completion of 12 Child Development/ECE units.
2. 3 units of coursework for infant/Toddlers is required; teachers may be provided 30 days to provide evidence of enrollment. Course must be completed within 6 months of hire date. 
3. Child Development permit at the Associate teacher or higher level. Teachers may be provided 30 days to provide evidence of application. Permit must be secured within 6 months of hire date. 
4. 1 year experience working with children; paid or unpaid experience is sufficient. 

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Early Education Administrative Team, Teachers are responsible for providing a warm, caring, calm, orderly, safe and healthy environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Early Education program. Teachers may be assigned to work in a classroom with children birth through 12 years or as a Support Teacher across all age groups. 

 ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
2. Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
3. Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
4. Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
5. Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
6. Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH^® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.  
7. Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
8. Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery. 
9. Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
10. Plan and organize engaging activities to ensure a warm, orderly, and healthy learning environment to meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child.
11. Arrange and create a developmentally appropriate learning environment in accordance with program goals and Maryvale’s philosophy.
12. Provide daily activities for the children in consideration of their developmental level and in accordance with the Creative Curriculum. Where applicable, planning and implementation of activities is to be a collaborative effort amongst the teaching team.
13. Provide virtual learning opportunities daily through various methods to maintain the developmental progress of currently enrolled children. These methods should include but are not limited to: email, online learning platforms, and video. Maryvale will post videos online via social media platforms managed by the agency and via the agency website. Maryvale owns and maintains all rights for educational content created for the purposes of educating children and families or advertising our Early Education Programs. Content may continue to be posted after an Associate ends their employment with Maryvale. 
14. Ensure that children assigned to his/her care are visually supervised at all times.
15. Ensure that health and safety standards and procedures are effectively executed including but not limited to: daily sanitation, diaper changing, record keeping/daily reports, safe sleep, safety checklists, adherence to allergy lists and food program documentation at point of service.
16. Meet with parents for conferences at 60 days, 6 months for review of DRDP and periodically as needed. Ensure that family inquiries are responded to professionally and in a timely manner.
17. Communicate with families in accordance with the Maryvale communication policy including but not limited to face to face, via email, video conference and telephone to monitor, inform and support families.
18. Complete 21 hours of professional development annually. Upload said professional development into the Workforce Registry.
19. Attend in-services training, staff meetings, discussion groups.
20. Maintain a current Child Development Permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher.
21. Maintains regular records on children e.g. daily reports home, anecdotals, behavior logs, DRDPs.
22. Communicate immediately with supervisor and/or Director regarding concerns or questions.
23. Works in cooperation with fellow Associates to strive for team cohesiveness.
24. Exhibit compassionate service, utilizing patience and empathy.
25. Maintain confidentiality.
26. Use common sense and good judgement to act in accordance with Maryvale policy and procedure. Problem solve and make sound judgments in all areas affecting the care and supervision of the children entrusted to the care of the program.
27. When necessary, call for assistance and respond to emergency situations accordingly.
28. Performs related functions as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. AA degree is preferred, but at a minimum, the completion of 12 Child Development/ECE units.
2. 3 units of coursework for infant/Toddlers is required; teachers may be provided 30 days to provide evidence of enrollment. Course must be completed within 6 months of hire date.
3. Child Development permit at the Associate teacher or higher level. Teachers may be provided 30 days to provide evidence of application. Permit must be secured within 6 months of hire date.
4. 1 year experience working with children; paid or unpaid experience is sufficient.