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About The Rainbow Project, Inc: 

We are an exciting, dynamic, & collaborative non-profit child & family counseling & resource clinic that specializes in providing evidence-based trauma-informed prevention, early intervention, long-term treatment, & crisis response services.  These services include individual/family psychotherapy, in-home therapy, classroom observation/consultation, group therapy, & educational presentations. 

Join a caring, healthy work environment that balances independence & teaming, to promote personal & professional growth.  We are committed to cultural proficiency, social justice, & employee well-being. 

Our clinic is centrally located in downtown Madison, WI, with free, onsite parking! 

Every Friday from 3:45pm- 6:15pm

Second Saturday of every month from 9:45am- 12:15pm

Other days/times as needed (schedule allowing)

About this position: This position is an hourly, in-person position. Must be able to complete shifts every Friday from 3:45pm- 6:15pm and the second Saturday of every month from 9:45am- 12:15pm. Additional hours may be available depending on the childcare needs of Rainbow Project clients throughout the week. This position reports to the Volunteer Coordinator and works in partnership with the Administrative Coordination Team as well as clinical staff to deliver childcare support to Rainbow Project clients. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide trauma-informed, professional & fun childcare during support groups offered at The Rainbow Project 

• Provide trauma-informed, professional & fun childcare during client appointments as needed and if availability allows 

• Maintain the safety and well-being of all children during childcare shifts 

• Work alongside childcare volunteers to supervise and engage children in play and other activities 

• Practice patience, limit-setting, and conflict resolution 

• Effectively communicate with the child’s caregiver and/or support group facilitator/therapist as needed 

• Adhere to confidentiality policies of The Rainbow Project, including all HIPAA-related requirements 

• Maintain attendance records of children in group 

• Supervise snack time for children during support groups 

• Attend required trainings as determined by supervisor and Executive Director 

• Record work hours and submit timesheets to Executive Director and Finance/HR Manager on bi-monthly due dates 

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working or volunteering with children under the age of 11 

• Available every Friday from 3:45pm- 6:15pm and the second Saturday of every month from 9:45am- 12:15pm 

• Must have valid CPR and first aid certification 

• Experience engaging with individuals and children from diverse racial, ethnic, gender, language, and developmental backgrounds 

• Dependable, compassionate, and open to constructive feedback 

• Inclusive, welcoming attitude to all 

• Preference will be given to applicants with a background in psychology, social work, early childhood, or a similar field 

• Must be able to pass the required caregiver background check in Wisconsin and any other state you have resided in within the past three years 

To Apply… 

To apply for this position, the following should be completed by the applicant and returned to Caitlin Bausch, Administrative Manager, by the deadline specified. 

1.  Application for Employment form 

2. Application Questions 

3. Background Information Disclosure Form 

5. Demographics form (voluntary) 

*The above items can be found on The Rainbow Project’s website, www.therainbowproject.net, under the “careers” section. 

Please submit completed application materials via email to Caitlin Bausch at rpdesk@therainbowproject.net. 

Application Deadline: 03/14/2025 OR until position is filled