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Job Posting

Date of Posting: Monday August 10, 2009

Posting Expires: Friday August 21, 2009

Job Location: Family Services/ Administrative Offices

Job Title: Family Services Development & Training Specialist

Normal Work Week: Monday- Friday

Normal Hours per Week: 40 Hours per Week

Base Salary: $ 12.50 per Hour

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Internal Applicants: Please contact Marieme Sow, Hiring Specialist at 947 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103 or by phone at (413) 858-3117

Square One is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All internal applicants must apply

by contacting the Human Resource Dept. within (10) ten working days of the date of the actual posting.

If you are applying for a position internally, you must make sure you inform your immediate Supervisor or Director of your intent. Failure to comply with this process may result in the loss of internal candidate status.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Family Services Development & Training specialist

Qualifications:

1. Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education with at least three years of successful experience in an Early Childhood settings; or HS Diploma/GED with at least five years of successful experience in an early childhood setting.

2. Meet the Department of Early Education and Care certification requirements for Pre-school and/or Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher or possess a valid C.D.A.

3. Demonstrated supervisory experience is desirable.

4. Demonstrated understanding of applicable regulations, standards and licensing procedures.
5. Demonstrate flexibility, self-direction and attention to detail in prioritizing and completing task assignments.
6. Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish) competence is highly desirable.

7. Ability to work cooperatively and as a member of a team with parents, staff, family childcare providers and the community-at-large.

8. Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.

9. Demonstrated computer literacy skills in MS office are required.

10. Flexible hours will be required pending operational needs.

11. Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation to travel throughout the Pioneer Valley region.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

1. The Family Services Development & Training Specialist will perform a variety of tasks within the Family Services Department. Areas of focus will include, but are not limited to:

a) Providing support and technical assistance through site visits, individual provider training plans, progress reports, assessments, program evaluations, handouts, newsletters, training opportunities, curriculum planning and implementation, materials, special needs resources, and regulatory compliance.

b) Establishing an environment of trust with open and supportive communication between FCC Providers, agency personnel and administration while motivating and encouraging FCC Providers through training and leadership in order to enhance skills and competencies.

c) Ensure that FCC Providers complete required documentation to meet compliance standards.

d) Consult with FCC Providers regarding adjustment and progress conferences.

e) Respond to emergency crisis situations with appropriate action and follow up in a timely fashion.

f) Maintain ongoing data collection of services to FCC providers, including Technical Assistance.

g) Participate in new provider recruitment activities.

h) Provide orientation and training for new providers, including training on Ages & Stages Questionnaires, curriculum, and other areas as needed.

i) Meet all reporting needs as required.

j) Maintain the strictest confidentiality of documents, discussions, resources and information when working with families and with providers.

k) Complete all required documentation in a timely fashion.

l) Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Accountability:

To the Vice President of Family Services

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Signature Date

7/09