Child Care Specialist in Jamestown, New York at Chautauqua Opportunities Inc

I. Position

Title: Child Care Specialist

Grade: 6 Exempt_ Non-Exempt _X

Reports to: Child Care Council Director

II. Basic Function or Position Summary:

Provides high-quality childcare by following practices that support children's

development and adhering to established policies, procedures, and regulations. Fosters

strong relationships with court officials, law enforcement, children, families, staff, and

community partners.

$18.81/ hourly Full-time 35 hours weekly

Mon-Fri 8:30 am- 4:30 pm

• Implements the day to day activities at the court drop in child care; aligned with service outcomes, performance targets, and goals set by the service area and agency.
• Stays updated on effective childcare methods and the latest best practices in the field
• Complete all necessary enrollment forms according to contract
• Supervise children in the facility
• Actively engage children with developmentally appropriate play activities
• Communicate and/or meet with parents/guardians regarding community supports
• Meets all required trainings as specified in contract and by OCFS
• Assists in lesson planning
• Maintains awareness and complies with Agency, service area, guidelines, policies, and procedures including NYS Child Abuse laws.
• Participates in all meetings as designated.
• Collects and reports data
• Promotes positive agency and service area image
• Fosters relationships with Funders, staff, partners, parents, and Court/ Law enforcement.
• Obtains and tracks in-kind documentation.
• Assists with facilitation of Advisory Board
• Back-up for the lead child care specialist. Able to complete all documentation when lead is out on benefit time
• Provides community referrals Provide referrals to childcare providers based on customer provided parameters
• Maintain records in Empire State Match provider and referral data base collecting, and reporting data
• Maintain Standards of Excellence files for compliance
• Support Summer Food Program
• Works collaboratively with the child care council staff to promote child care in the county through events, social media posts, newsletters, website, coalitions, and presentations
• Promotes agency mission.
• Participates in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, planning, policy development, and volunteerism.
• Maintains consistent professional customer service.
• Other duties as designated by supervisor.

VII. Organizational Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all policies and procedures
• Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes
• Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate
• Participates in organizational and divisional management systems

VIII. Knowledge, Skills Required:

• High School Diploma required with 2 years’ experience working with children and families or Associate degree preferred in Early Childhood with 1 year experience working with children and families
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google drive
• Ability to develop and maintain and engage in positive relationships with people from various backgrounds.

IX. Physical:

* Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort

X. Special Requirements:

• Completes all required NYS background clearances
• Pre-employment physical exams and TB Testing
• Valid Driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer
• Works compassionately with a diverse population