Job DescriptionJob Details
Job Location
Wenatchee - Wenatchee, WA
Position Type
Full Time
 
Salary Range
$22.50 - $27.50 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Up to 50%
Description
Position Summary:
The Early Learning Family Engagement Specialist supports the overall mission and vision of Catholic Charities and the Child Care Aware of Central Washington program. Primary duties include offering support services to the Child Care Aware Family Friend & Neighbor participants and community partners. Promotion and development of the Early Connections Play & Learn model, Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Program, Creative Kids Program, and any other family engagement contracts secured by Catholic Charities organization on behalf of early learning systems and families. This position will also serve as an advocate for caregivers in early learning programs and support access to relevant community services.
Responsibilities:
Specific Responsibilities of the Family Engagement Specialist may include, but not be limited to
Work in collaboration with the Early Learning and Family Engagement team to create an equitable system of services and opportunity to families in Central Washington.
Establish and nurture collaborative relationships with community partners and colleagues.
Facilitate FFN groups as assigned with fidelity in collaboration and implementation of all current and future Play & Learn Groups.
Collaborate on the Early Learning and Family Engagement team for design, development, and implementation of projects as assigned.
Support development of play groups by consistent communication and exchange of knowledge, ideas and lessons learned with other facilitators in the program.
Have access to an insured personal vehicle and cell phone for business related activities.
Specific Responsibilities of the Preschool Educator duties include, but may not be limited to
Conduct the enrollment for preschool service planning and implementation of Emergent Curriculum.
Create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Foster positive discipline and communication in the classroom.
Conduct developmental screenings, share results with caregivers, facilitate connection to additional resources as needed.
Provide family support to caregivers of the children.
Curate child portfolios to show progress.
Professional development/ Training
Participate in professional development opportunities.
Abide by Washington State law as a mandatory reporter of child abuse and neglect.
Participate in Early Learning & Family Engagement staff meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
Participate in monthly supervisions with lead Family engagement specialist or Regional Family Engagement Manager.
Represent Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington in the community as needed.
Marketing
Develop, plan and support communication of preschool program to increase community awareness and participation.
Develop, plan and support communication of Family Friend & Neighbor activities to increase community awareness and participation.
Data Management
Maintain communication with caregivers through QUIQ, email, phone calls
Maintain attendance and program development using ProCare or other electronic methods assigned.
Maintain confidential records, complete data and inventory tracking using a variety of electronic systems, ensuring Quality Assurance Standards within projects such as, but not limited to : QUIQ, basecamp, SharePoint, ProCare and any other learning management systems.
Special Projects
Participate in special projects as requested by program manager or regional director as related to our early learning system.
Perform other duties as required
Job Requirements:
The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the physical requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.
Physical Requirements:
This position normally requires the physical demands of sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 Ibs or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, hearing and adequate vision on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time.
Non-Physical Requirements:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, Preferred
Associates Degree, Required
Experience
2 years' experience working with parents and young children
5 years' experience working with parents and young children with Associates Degree or equivalent, preferred.
Special Skills
Ability to work independently and self-motivate; work is primarily off-site.
Knowledge of child development, a range of child rearing practices and issues.
Be available to work evenings and weekends as needed and requested by your supervisor
Ability to seek professional development opportunities and resources for early care and education professionals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of community resources.
Demonstrated reflective practice skills with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability to work in a team environment
Value all people, their family culture, heritage, language and beliefs
Maintain professional working relationships with community partners, colleagues, and program stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word and Excel
Aptitude for learning new software programs and technology
Maintain confidentiality according to professional standards
Licensure, Registration, Certification
First Aid/CPR certification required
Food Handlers Card required
30 hour Child Care Basic training
Valid Washington State driver's license and minimum required liability insurance for WA State
Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities' liability insurance provider
Employment is conditional upon:
Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply! Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being, and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Questions or concerns? Contact recruiting@catholiccharitiescw.org, we'd be happy to connect!
You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need