Childcare Specialist at Promise - Part Time

Join Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Childcare Specialist with our Promise Program in Orem, Utah! With a competitive wage of $18.40-$23.31/hour, this role offers the opportunity to provide nurturing, reliable care for children while their mothers participate in outpatient substance use treatment. The Promise Program provides gender-specific, trauma-informed services designed to support women in their recovery journey, with onsite childcare helping families access the care they need. As a Childcare Specialist, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, supportive environment where children can learn, play, and thrive while their mothers focus on recovery.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM Compensation: $18.40-$23.31 DOE

About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health

Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.

What You'll Do as a Childcare Specialist

• Provide nurturing, attentive care for children ages 6 and under while their mothers attend treatment services.

• Create a safe, structured, and supportive environment that encourages healthy development and positive interactions.

• Engage children in age-appropriate activities that promote learning, play, and emotional well-being.

• Maintain a clean, organized childcare space and follow all safety procedures.

• Support mothers by offering dependable childcare that allows them to fully participate in their treatment.

• Collaborate with Promise Program staff to promote a family-centered, compassionate atmosphere.

• Participate in ongoing training and guidance to strengthen your childcare and professional skills.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and team members.

• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach when working with children of various ages, backgrounds, and emotional needs.

• Ability to maintain a supportive, structured environment while managing multiple tasks throughout the day.

• Basic understanding of child development, age-appropriate behaviors, and trauma-informed care principles (or willingness to learn).

• Reliable, responsible, and able to follow safety procedures to ensure the well-being of children in your care.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training, supervision, and skill development.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Spanish speakers may qualify for a wage increase

Apply Today

Ready to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!

• Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification. *