CHILDCARE SITE COORDINATOR

The City of Worcester is an EEO/AA Employer. Preference is given to Worcester residents.

If you wish to apply for this position, the deadline is Open Until Filled. Please note the following application options for this position:

• By Mailing to the Department of Human Resources, ATTN: CHILDCARE SITE COORDINATOR , 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608

  (If applying via US Mail, please include a completed Application Questionnaire & VSID)

Title:

CHILDCARE SITE COORDINATOR

Department/Division:

Youth Opportunities

Apply Start Date:

09/30/2026

Apply End Date:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Up To 19 Hours Per Week

Wage:

$17.50 Per Hour

Description:

CHILDCARE SITE COORDINATOR

DIVISION OF YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for a Childcare Site Coordinator for the Division of Youth Opportunities (DYO) within the Department of Health and Human Services. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Childcare Site Coordinatorwill work within the Youth Opportunities Office for the Worcester Cares 4 Kids (WC4K) Babysitting program. The position will assist in the coordination and supervision of the virtual WC4K programming, curriculum, and staff professional development. Responsibilities will include communicating with families about virtual WC4K programming, scheduling online classes, and data entry. Additionally, the position will coordinate with the Youth Opportunities staff to support partnering community organizations to assist in the enrichment of the virtual program. This position will require both in office, occasional Saturdays, and remote hours.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

• Facilitate a positive and supportive environment to encourage youth engagement during all the virtual trainings
• Host virtual youth group and facilitate discussions around Worcester Cares 4 Kids Babysitting program curriculum
• Work effectively with program youth and families to achieve program outcomes
• Manage virtual and in-person CPR classrooms to ensure youth engagement and participation
• Deliver existing curriculum content in virtual presentations
• Work with Childcare Program Coordinator manage, and deliver all aspects of the virtual babysitting program
• Interact and build relationships with participants, parents or guardians, community partners, and youth in achieving program objectives
• Provide assistance to families with connecting them with resources if necessary
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective organizational skills including the ability to think clearly and logically
• Strong desire and ability to support and supervise youth participants
• Experience with program management of OST (out of school time) activities
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse populations, organizations, and interests
• Ability to work collaboratively with community partners and families; to work with students with special educational or emotional needs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; to be flexible, timely, and to multitask
• Ability to build relationships and networking skills with students, colleagues, and community members through video conferencing platforms
• Ability to work under minimal supervision; to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to work up to twenty (20) hours per week including some Saturdays
• Ability to work remotely and in-person
• Ability to pass a Cori/Sori background check
• Regular onsite attendance is required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree in human services or other related fields, OR;
  • Any equivalent combination of education & two (2) years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the required duties of the position will be considered in lieu of the above-mentioned requirement.
• Experience in a clerical or administrative role
• Experience with staff or participant supervision
• Experience working with children and families from diverse cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities
• Must pass a criminal background check (CORI & SORI)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year of experience working with children and families from diverse cultural, socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities
• One (1) year of experience with staff or participant supervision
• One (1) year of experience in a clerical or administrative role
• One (1) year of experience facilitating OST activities
• Experience working with Google Drive

SALARY: $17.50 hourly, part-time, temporary, non-benefitted.

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, [email protected].