Community Engagement Specialist at Chicanos Por La Causa – Laredo, Texas

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments.

OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY:
The Parent Family Community Engagement and Governance Specialist is responsible for guiding and implementing program governance, parent, family and community engagement strategies and outcomes for CPLC’s Early Childhood Development programs by implementing a systematic and integrated parent and family engagement approach. Under the guidance of the Family and Community Engagement Services Coordinator, works closely with counterpart, other Content Area Coordinators and Specialists, Managers, Family Services Staff, and other site staff to support ongoing partnership between staff and families while meeting Head Start Program Performance Standards. Promotes school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it relates to this position. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
Education/Background
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in the Social, Human Services, or Health Related Field
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children and families in an early childhood, school or healthcare environment is required.
• Within eighteen months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field is required.
• Experience working with low-income and culturally diverse children, families and communities highly preferred.
• Must demonstrate experience in family services, community-based collaboration, partnership development, and cross system service planning and development. Individual must possess strong capacity building, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
Other Requirements
• Use of computer, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web-based systems are required.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish Preferred.

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Fulltime employee’s benefits below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.