Nursery Worker (Adult)


Job Description

  • Provide a welcoming and safe environment for children aged 0-2 years old.


Volunteer Responsibilities

  • On Sunday morning, arrive by 8:00 (1st service), 9:30 (Sunday School) or 10:20 (2nd service) to be prepared to receive children into the nursery.

  • Communicate any helpful pointers to your Jr helper.

  • Welcome each child and parent as they enter the room with a smile. (Children should have checked in and have a nametag)

  • Always check nametags for allergies before handing out any snacks.

  • At dismissal, greet parents at the door and call children to the door to release them to parents with matching labels. (No child leaves unattended and all parents/guardians must have a matching name tag or the child will not be released!) If anyone has misplaced their nametag, grab assistance from the Check-In Volunteer.

  • After children are picked up, pick up the room & wipe down all surfaces.

  • Respond to scheduling requests or find replacement for your position if needed.


Reoccurrence of Serving

  • Adult nursery workers serve once per month (or less).

  • Volunteers commit to serve in this position for 1 year at a time.


  • NHCC runs a background check for anyone who works with NHCC children & youth programs. We request a new background check every two years for volunteers who continue to help in these areas. The background check is confidential and has no cost for the volunteer.

  • Click here to access the Online Background Check. Please have your SSN and Drivers License available.

Background Check


Mandated Reporter Training

  • Any adult volunteer in our children & youth programs is considered a “mandated reporter.”  Before serving with children, NHCC requires a free training for volunteers.

  • Free online training is available through DCFS.  Click here to access the training, which takes about 1 hour to complete.