PART-TIME, NON-PERMANENT POSITION

OPEN CONTINUOUSLY

Institute for Extended Learning is accepting applications to develop an applicant pool of qualified candidates for part-time, non-permanent Family Services Coordinator for Head Start/Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program/Early Head Start (HS/ECEAP/EHS) sites.

The Family Services Coordinator under the general direction of the Center Manager performs work that assures the delivery of health and social services to enrolled children and their families. Act as a team member with staff, parents, and Center Manager to provide integrated services to children and families. Maintain individual child and family records and statistics of service provision for an assigned caseload and compiles data for program reports.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To request an application contact the Human Resources Office, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., MS 1004, P.O. Box 6000, Spokane, WA 99217-6000, hro@ccs.spokane.edu or visit our website at: http://ccs.spokane.edu/Forms/District-Forms/Human-resources/16011609.aspx. Phone: (509) 434-5040; for 24 hr. employment and job status line (509) 434-5050.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and must submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

· Completed CCS application form (resumes will not substitute for official application)

· Detailed resume

Download the application packet now: http://ccs.spokane.edu/Forms/District-Forms/Human-resources/16011609.aspx

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications will be reviewed as received.

All application materials submitted become property of the Community Colleges of Spokane. Personal copies need to be made prior to submitting application materials to the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office does not provide copying services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Recruit Head Start, ECEAP and Early Head Start children and their families; register eligible children; orient families to program services.

· Manage children’s attendance; and maintain full enrollment.

· Develop an ongoing Family Strengths and Partnership Agreement (FSPA) for each family; work with a direct service team and other community agencies to provide a support system for families; provide and follow-up on social service resources and referrals; develop individualized transition plans with Direct Services Team for families.

· Conduct home visits; co-facilitate case management with assigned direct service team; and communicate with parents on a regular basis.

· Assess individual/group education needs and interest of parents; involve parents in program leadership and governance.

· Communicate with families regarding health status of their child; compile, analyze, and act upon health information; conduct health screens for vision, hearing, height, and weight; assist families in obtaining physical exams, dental exams, hematocrits, and immunizations.

· Provide and follow-up on health education, resources and referrals for child and families. Review and follow-up on child’s health and diet history to include food allergies.

· Consult with program’s Registered Dietician, staff and parents regarding nutritional concerns.

· Provide and follow-up on nutrition education, resources and referrals; determine eligibility for USDA reimbursement.

· Work with direct service teams to provide and follow-up on mental health education, resources, referrals, and assure that children are referred for special services.

· Maintain required documentation for individual child files and electronic database; maintain ongoing documentation of communication with families, referrals and follow-up to referrals; and maintain records of volunteer activity.

· Request and purchase supplies.

· Support teachers in classroom daily operations when needed.

· Attend agency training as required by supervisor and program.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum Qualifications)

· Work as a team member

· Manage time and multiple tasks efficiently and effectively

· Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills

· Understand and complete work assignments and meet program deadlines

· Complete require reports accurately and timely

· Maintain confidentiality

· Computer skills

· Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.

· A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of CCS.

· The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, community and technical college system.

· A demonstrated understanding and value for the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of the organization and the students we serve.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent repetitive hand and wrist motions. Use of the computer and exposure to terminal screen in performing work assignments. Frequent need for oral and auditory communication. Must have the physical ability and dexterity to work with small children, i.e., stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, grasping, standing, lifting, and the ability to walk or run quickly. Occasional lifting of children may include up to 50 lbs.

RATE OF PAY AND HOURS OF WORK

$12.42 per hour. Work schedule will be determined by the supervisor. The majority of the Family Services Coordinator positions are during the day. Total hours per year will not exceed 1050 per year. Position is not eligible for benefits.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Persons hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment. This position requires a post offer/pre-employment medical examination including Tuberculin skin test; complete and pass a Washington State Patrol and Department of Social and Health Services criminal history background check upon employment; and attend CCS Bloodborne Pathogen/HIV/Aids training within 30 days of employment. If using personal vehicle for travel, proof of driver’s license and car insurance required. Due to the amount of applications received, applications are kept on file for only six months.

Person(s) with a disability may request special accommodations for receiving and completing the application process to include; materials in large print, audio tapes explaining application information, interpreters for the hearing impaired, or special interview arrangements. Requests for these services may be made on an individual basis by calling (509) 434-5040.

Community Colleges of Spokane information regarding campus crime statistics and policies are available at http://ccs.spokane.edu/Forms/District-Forms/Human-resources/Crime-Stats-2008.aspx or call (509) 434-5040 for a copy.

Community Colleges of Spokane is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and as such, ensures that all persons shall have equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of nonjob-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.