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QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Ability to meet ALL Montana Childcare Licensing Rules and Regulations for administrative and teaching staff
• Maintain a current 1st Aid and CPR certificate
• Valid Drivers License and ability to be listed on company insurance for use of personal vehicle for work related purposes
• Have personal vehicle and freedom to travel as required by Head Start duties and/or training
• Individual who fulfills the position MUST acquire and maintain: Knowledge of the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, and AEM's policies and procedures
• Skills in evaluating program strengths and areas for improvement, formulating policies, developing and implementing new strategies and processes
• Ability to use independent judgment to manage and impart information to a diverse range of clientele, and media sources
• Knowledge of child development theory and developmentally appropriate practices
• Ability to provide a supportive, caring and educational environment for children and families
• Ability to analyze and solve confidential, complex, and sensitive problems or situations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community
• Ability to work successfully in a multi-tasking environment subject to constant changes in priorities based on client need and/or needs of the program
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Prefer that staff hired after August 2023 have at a minimum, an Associate's Degree in or related to one or more of the following: Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, Attendance (ERSEA), Education and Child Development Program Services, Health Program Services, Family and Community Engagement Program Services, Services for Children with Disabilities, Transition Services or Program Management and Quality Improvement; or are enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate Degree, to be completed within 2 years of the time of hire
• Prior experience working in Head Start or non-profit human service area preferred
• Experience coordinating resources and referrals for children and families preferred

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Collect, analyze and maintain required data for child files and Child Plus for record keeping and reporting
• Ensure high-quality service delivery in accordance with the HSPPS
• Present the family partnership and family goal-setting process to enrolled families and solicit their engagement
• Maintain ongoing contact with each assigned family to assist them in achieving their goals identified through the goal-setting process
• Help families to identify and access community resources and services.
• Contact community agencies/resources on a regular basis to maintain a positive and visible community presence
• Conduct regular meetings for site staff
• Assist in implementing parenting curriculum and health education as necessary
• Maintain family information/data, keep child files and Child Plus current and up to date including contacts with families, follow-up services, internal and external referrals and progress made toward goals for children and families at assigned site
• Maintain tracking and documentation for health and disabilities related services
• Arrange and facilitate family engagement and transition related activities in conjunction with other staff as needed
• Maintain health and safety of Head Start children by using active supervision
• Provide data as requested related for reporting and ongoing monitoring
• Actively participate in ongoing and regular, effective recruitment strategies
• Assist parents to complete applications for Head Start as needed
• Provide correspondence to families on eligibility and enrollment status

Full-time, seasonal position. Work is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

$17.38 per hour and up, depending on experience. Ben fits include: paid vacation, sick leave, 401K and health insurance.

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