Family Support And Education Specialist

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

Provide Services

• 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.

Relationship Building

• 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.?

Leadership

• 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