Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 20 - Social, Educational and Legal Services Info

8713 Day Care Worker

The competency has been added.
M713
Field of application Day care workers work in childcare or day care facilities.
Other job titles Kitchen worker, disinfecting worker, maintenance worker
Information specific to the trade Section 4 of the Educational Childcare Regulation stipulates that “No person working in a childcare centre or day care centre facility while childcare is being provided, including a trainee or a volunteer who is present on a regular basis at the facility, may have an impediment related to the abilities and conduct required to hold a position in a childcare centre or day care centre . . . ” Day care workers must therefore consent to a record check to verify the absence of such an impediment. All persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult when in the presence of children attending a day care service.

821301 - Clean lobby, hallways, recreation rooms, dining rooms and sleeping areas 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment and cleaning products
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Put tables, chairs, armchairs, etc. back in their proper place.
  • Pick up items and put them away.
  • Dust furniture, bookshelves, cupboards and shelves, etc., and disinfect them as needed.
  • Clean lockers.
  • Vacuum or sweep floors.
  • Wet or dry mop floors.
  • Wash windows and mirrors.
  • Remove stains from baseboards and walls.
  • Place lost-and-found articles in the designated bin (sweaters, combs, pacifiers, hair accessories, etc.).
  • Detect various problems (breakages, malfunctioning equipment, missing objects, etc.), and notify the person in charge.

502 - Clean washrooms 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment and cleaning products
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Fill paper, soap dispensers, etc.
  • Clean and disinfect sinks.
  • Clean and disinfect mirrors.
  • Clean and disinfect toilets (inside and out), toilet seats and urinals.
  • Clean and disinfect walls and stalls.
  • Clean and disinfect doors and handles.
  • Wash floors.
  • Unclog toilets.
  • Empty garbage cans.
  • Pour maintenance product in floor drains. Optional task or competency
  • Clean showers. Optional task or competency

520 - Clean and disinfect toys Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Appropriate judgment
  • Proper use of equipment and cleaning products
  • Concern for the safety of babies, toddlers and preschoolers
  • Cleanliness of toys

Tasks

  • Soak toys in soapy water.
  • Clean toys.
  • Dry toys.
  • Use equipment designed for disinfecting toys, as needed Optional task or competency
  • Detect breakages (broken parts, detached parts, etc.) and notify the educator.

521 - Help maintain the outdoor play area 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Good judgment
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment
  • Concern for the safety of babies, toddlers and preschoolers

Tasks

  • Ensure there are no obstacles in the safety zones.
  • Carry out a visual inspection of play equipment daily.
  • Verify the quality of absorbent material in safety zones once a week.
  • Add clean sand as needed. Optional task or competency
  • Verify the structural integrity of play equipment (guardrails, swings, slides, climbing apparatus, etc.).
  • Detect breakages (broken parts, detached parts, etc.) and notify the educator.
  • Record information on an inspection sheet. Optional task or competency

821302 - Assist the cook with various tasks 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment and cleaning products
  • Patience
  • Concern for the safety of babies, toddlers and preschoolers

Tasks

  • Prepare servings of desserts, juices, milk, fruit or vegetables, etc.
  • Place cookies, bread, etc. in baskets or on plates.
  • Carry trays or plates into dining room.
  • Make sure water is provided.
  • Bring trays of dirty plates, cups and cutlery back to the kitchen.
  • Soak cutlery.
  • Rinse dishes and cups.
  • Load and unload the dishwasher.
  • Clean small appliances (microwave oven, kettle, toaster, coffeemaker, etc.).
  • Clean and disinfect counters, sinks and faucets.
  • Sweep and wash floors.

503 - Perform tasks prescribed by the waste management program 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of environmental laws and regulations
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Concern for environmental protection

Tasks

  • Carry garbage bags and place them in the dumpster.
  • Carry recycling bins and empty them in the proper container.
  • Empty composting bins into larger bins and place them in the designated area for pick-up. Optional task or competency
  • Place all hazardous household waste products in the designated area. Optional task or competency
  • Wash bins. Optional task or competency

821303 - Wash bedding, towels, cloths, etc. Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of laundry products (detergents, bleaching agents, etc.)

Tasks

  • Prepare the items to be washed.
  • Load the washer, adjust the settings, add detergent and run the machine.
  • Load the dryer, adjust the settings and run the machine.
  • Fold dried items and put them away.
  • Put away laundry products.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.