Frequently Asked Questions

What it means to be a Child Care Worker for Pathway:

Some duties include:

Participating in the development and implementation of individual service plans.
Overseeing and assisting the children in the completion of their homework and studies, household chores, house maintenance, personal care, meal preparation and shopping, social and recreational activities, and transportation services, as necessary.
Reporting accurate observations of the children involvement in the daily progress log and behavioral chart.
Conducting fire drills monthly according to regulations and agency policies and procedures.
Maintaining residence, vehicle, and equipment in a safe, functional, and secure manner conducive to the children’s physical well-being.
Transporting youth's to appointments and activities, as needed.
Assist the children in expressing and fulfilling their needs within the guidelines established in the facility policies to provide growth and self-sufficiency.
As prescribed in the policies and procedures for treatment/support, providing crisis intervention strategies as necessary.

What are the benefits?

Benefits include:

Competitive salary
Personal Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Staff Appreciation Day
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistant Program & Perks
401K

What are the qualifications?

High school diploma or G.E.D. required;
Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree/or bachelor’s degree in human services/child care field preferred.
Experience in a childcare setting desired.
Must be able to pass State Criminal, Child Abuse, National Sex Offender, and FBI clearances.
Clearance letter from a doctor stating "free of communicable diseases".
Must have a valid state driver’s license.

(If you have the clearances above, they must be within 1 year, beyond a year, they will need to be re-done.)

License Requirements?

Valid Driver’s License

CPR/First Aid Certification (within 1 year)

Mandated Reporter Certification (within 1 year)

What should I wear to work?

Please dress in business casual clothing.

What if I have a criminal record?

Having a criminal history does not exclude you from being considered for employment as a Childcare Worker unless your convictions are within the past two years and directly related to the job/children.

What kind of training will I receive?

All employees are required to attend a mandatory 40-hour orientation session to familiarize themselves with specific job responsibilities. Training and education in the areas associated with an employee’s job-related functions are very important and will be provided on an ongoing basis.

What hours does a Childcare Worker work?

Child Care Workers can work a 10, 12, or 14-hour shift per day, Full-Time at 36 hours per week, or Part-Time at 36 hours per week. Must be available to work at least one (1) weekend shift and an overnight shifts, as per the programs need.

We are a 365-day operating facility.