Center Aide - PT presso Community Action Program for Central Arkansas

Center Aide Part-time

Dumas, AR

CAPCA seeks a compassionate person to join our team and embrace a versatile position. You'll find excitement in the diversity of tasks that may lead you to multiple locations within our center. Your primary role includes providing support in the classroom, ensuring a safe playground environment, and fostering the health, safety, and school readiness of our young learners. Additionally, you'll have opportunities to contribute to transportation and kitchen operations. Apply now and make a difference today!

Benefits of the Position:

• Competitive Salary: We value your hard work and dedication, offering a rewarding compensation package starting at $12.75.
• Professional Development: Grow with us through ongoing training and opportunities to advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a warm, collaborative team that feels like family.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with generously earning 5hr./mo. based on 5% of hours worked up to 12 days for vacation and sick leave each year, in addition to 14 holidays.
• Retirement Plan: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, including a company match up to 6%.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education and we'll support you every step of the way.

We can't wait to welcome you to our team and support you in making a meaningful impact on young lives!"

• Assist in creating a warm and welcoming environment that supports children�s growth and development.
• Maintain a professional attitude with staff, parents, volunteers, and children always.
• Assist in the daily preparation and serving of breakfast, snacks and/or lunches.
• Responsible for daily cleaning of the building, including, but not limited to:

• clean-up of dishes and utensils,
• take trash out and
• wash garbage cans

• Assist in keeping the kitchen area clean, organized and sanitary, including proper storage of food and supplies. Thoroughly clean the refrigerator and freezer at least weekly.
• Responsible for wearing �Non-skid footwear� while working in the kitchen.� Cut-resistant gloves must be worn when using cutting tools, knives, etc. in the kitchen.
• Assist in preparing documentation relating to nutrition.
• Assist with cleaning duties, including, but not limited to:

• vacuum all carpeted / rug areas, spot clean needed,

• clean all tile floors,
• laundry and

• cleaning children�s and staff bathrooms.
• Assist with the transport of food to designated sites.
• Responsible for data management in designated areas.
• Assist in the avoidance or appearance of fraud and insurance of compliance in designated areas.

Educational and Experiences Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three months of experience working in food service.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to lift filled food service containers and have the physical ability necessary to clean the facility.