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Form of workJob Description
Summary
The Specialist supports a unique population of child care caregivers called ‘Family, Friend, and Neighbor Care’ (FFN) and/or families. The Specialist facilitates weekly training support groups in community-based locations with FFN caregivers and/or families, and educates them on various topics, including but not limited to: supporting the social emotional development of young children; promoting healthy practices; promoting early literacy skills, building safe and nurturing learning environments; and injury prevention. In addition, the Specialist fosters a learning environment that promotes peer-to-peer conversation, and provides Support and resources to FFN caregivers and/or families in need.
Duties
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Core Values
- Embody through actions, words, and attitudes Candelen’s Core Values of:
- Humility
- Excellence
- Rearview mirror
- Relentless pursuit of challenge
- Lead and inspire others to embrace the organization’s Core Values through example and coaching
- Deliver training support groups within the community to FFN caregivers and/or families to expand their knowledge, understanding and practices that will improve the quality of care they provide to young children and support their developmental trajectory.
- Provide resources, Support and assistance to FFN caregivers and families who have unmet needs.
- Complete program evaluation that supports continuous quality improvement efforts and leads to demonstrating the impact of services.
- Nurture and develop a learning environment in training support groups that foster safety, trust and connection.
- Build rapport and trusting relationships with families, caregivers, community partners, and colleagues in a culturally appropriate and attuned manner to support program delivery.?
- Participate in community outreach and programmatic events.
- Engage in the strategic direction of the organization.
- Represent Candelen by participating in events and meetings within the community.
Requirements
Requirements
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field and a minimum of five years of classroom and/or supervisory experience working with young children (or for NV programs, eligible to obtain trainer status in The Nevada Registry).
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Proficient with computer programs and ability to navigate technology including but not limited to Microsoft Office, email systems, SLACK and related programs.
- Ability to travel throughout the state and nationally, have a current/valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and have reliable transportation by automobile at all times.
- Ability to meet background check requirements and obtain a Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card upon initial hire and for the duration of employment.
- Ability to provide proof of completion of the COVID-19 vaccination series prior to hire. Reasonable accommodations may be considered for religious and medical exemptions.
- Flexibility to work from home, evenings and weekends as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Personal and professional development
- Flexible work schedules
- Telecommuting
- Wellness programming
- Financial education
- Career planning
- Opportunities to pursue your passions
- Paid Sabbatical
- Paid Family Leave
- Work-life integration
- Ample time off (including two full weeks fully compensated office closures annually)
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
- 401K
- Variety of other voluntary benefit options
Work Remotely
Flexible work from home options available
