Square One
Job Posting

 

                        Job Posting #:                                  0125

 

Date of Posting:                   Tuesday, July 12, 2011

 

Posting Expires:                   Monday, July 25, 2011

 

Job Location:                       Programs/Quality Assurance

 

Job Title:                                     Family Services Training & Development Specialist

 

Normal Work Week:           Monday-Friday; 40 hours

    

Base Salary:                         TBD 

 

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Please see attached job description.

 

Internal Applicants:  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.   Please contact Mary-Jane Carter at 413-732-5183.

 

E-mail: mjcarter@startatsquareone.org. All internal applicants must apply by contacting the Human Resource Dept. within (10) ten working days of the date of the actual posting.   

 

External Applicants: Please apply in person or by mailing in your resume and cover letter to Attn: Human Resource, Mary-Jane, Square One, 140 Wilbraham Ave, Springfield, MA 01109.  You may e-mail your resume or cover letter to mjcarter@startatsquareone.org.

 

Square One is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Employer. 

 

 

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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 setting; 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 Preschool and/or      Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher or possess a valid C.D.A.

3.      Demonstrated supervisory experience is highly 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 child care providers and the community-at-large. 

8.      Basic computer literacy skills in MS office are required.

9.      Flexible hours will be required pending operational needs. 

10.    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)      Provide technical assistance in the following areas during site visits: individual training plans, progress reports and assessments on children, curriculum planning and implementation, and regulatory compliance.   

b)      Establish an environment of trust with open and supportive communication between staff, providers, and administration while motivating and encouraging providers through training and leadership in order to enhance skills and competencies.

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

d)     Consult with parents and providers regarding adjustment and progress conferences.

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

f)       Maintain ongoing data collection of services provided, 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)        Maintain the strictest confidentiality of documents, discussions, resources and information when working with families and with providers.  

j)        Supervise ancillary staff or volunteers as needed.

k)      Complete all required documentation in a timely fashion.

l)        Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

 

Accountability:

 

To the Assistant Vice President of Programs/Quality Assurance 

 

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