Crisis Child Care Worker Full Time
Milwaukee, WI · Crisis Nursery & Respite Center

Full Time : Shift: 2nd Shit 

Salary: :$14.88 to $16.81 

Description:
We are seeking a caring and dependable Crisis Child Care Worker to join our team on an on-call, part-time basis. In this role, you will provide safe and nurturing care to children, assist families in crisis, and help maintain a welcoming, supportive environment. Responsibilities include direct childcare, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and connecting families with resources when needed. This is meaningful work where you’ll support children and families during times of stress while ensuring their safety and well-being.

Why Join La Causa, Inc.?

We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace for 2025–2026, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and appreciated.

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy benefits and perks designed to support your personal and professional success, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Receive your annual PTO allotment upfront after completing 90 days of employment, prorated based on your start date during your first year.
• Paid Birthday and Personal Days: Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday, plus two additional personal days each year.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Participate in our retirement plan through Voya with an employer match to help support your financial future.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your overall well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $1,000 annually toward continued education and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation and Team Events: Enjoy a fun, connected culture with activities like bake-offs, potlucks, and team celebrations.
• A Supportive Culture: Be part of a workplace where employees are recognized, encouraged, and given opportunities to grow.

Join a company that invests in its people and has been recognized as a Top Workplace for 2025–2026.

Your Role:
As a Crisis Child Care Worker, you’ll provide safe, structured, and compassionate care for children while ensuring a positive and supportive environment for families. You will also help keep the home environment clean, organized, and safe, while assisting with meals, daily routines, and child development activities.

What You’ll Do:

• Support Children & Families – Welcome families, provide orientation, and offer referrals to community resources as needed
• Provide Child Care Services – Plan menus, prepare and serve meals/snacks, assist with hygiene, administer medications, and ensure overall well-being
• Ensure Safety & Cleanliness – Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized environment indoors and outdoors; respond appropriately to emergency drills and situations
• Specialized Support – Provide attentive care for children with special physical or emotional needs
• Complete Documentation – Accurately complete intake forms, progress notes, and required reports
• Follow Standards & Policies – Comply with legal, organizational, and mandated reporting requirements
• Engage in Professional Growth – Attend required training (minimum of 15 hours annually) and maintain CPR/First Aid certification
• Collaborate Effectively – Communicate openly with children, parents, staff, and community partners
• Support the Team – Perform additional duties as needed and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• At least one (1) year of experience (paid or volunteer) working with children
• Introduction to the Child Care Profession (ECI) or willingness to complete within 6 months of hire
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly Desired
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Must pass criminal background checks, TB testing, and physical
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Day-to-Day Setting:

• Work is performed in a childcare/home-like environment, requiring frequent movement, bending, and lifting.
• Must be able to lift children up to 40 pounds.

Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

About La Causa, Inc.:

La Causa, Inc., founded in 1972, is one of Wisconsin's largest bilingual, multicultural agencies. Our mission is to provide children, youth and families with quality, comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and enhance community stability. We have several divisions that provide vital services to the community including Crisis Nursery & Respite Center, Early Education & Care Center, La Causa Charter School, Social Services: Adult Services and Youth Services, and Administration. At the heart of our mission is the dedicated staff that welcomes all into Familia La Causa and serves the children and families of Milwaukee.

You can learn more about La Causa at https://lacausa.org/about-us/

Join Our Team—Apply Today!

Be part of something bigger, join Familia La Causa. Help us provide life-changing crisis support to those who need it most. Apply now and take the next step in your career!