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Child Care Specialist Ii

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Alexandria, Virginia
Salary
$54,219.36 - $90,365.81 Annually
Closing date
Oct 24, 2020

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Industry
Government and Public Services, State & Local
Function
Childcare
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Job Details

Job Announcement

Serves as the content area specialist responsible for supervising, monitoring, and providing training and technical assistance on health and nutrition in the Early Head Start/Head Start grantee operated program. Works under the general supervision of the Head Start Coordinator.

Program Management
  • Effectively guides and directs Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start health and conducts regular program evaluation.
  • Develops and annually updates Health Service Area Plan in coordination with the other service areas.
  • Serves on the management team of the Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program.
  • Participates in the updates and development of policies and procedures as needed, providing the necessary guidance and implementation.
  • Implements and maintains procedures for monitoring Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program health service area through ChildPlus to ensure compliance with federal Head Start Performance Standards and other local and state regulations.
  • Monitors health and safety practices of kitchen staff.
  • Provides technical assistance and training to parents and others, as needed.
  • Establishes collaborative partnerships and maintains existing partnerships to support the Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program Early Head Start/Head Start children, pregnant women, and families.
  • Participates in the completion of the annual Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program self-assessment and evaluation.
  • Monitors that children receive health services in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Virginia DSS Licensure standards and Virginia Early Periodic Screening Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) requirements.

Policy Implementation
  • Correctly interprets and effectively implements program policies and procedures.
  • Monitors Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program health service area through ChildPlus to ensure compliance with federal Head Start Performance Standards and other local and state regulations.
  • Monitors and tracks the Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program outcomes related to health.
  • Analyzes health findings and makes recommendations for improvements.
  • Provides follow-up and technical assistance upon completion of a review, self-assessment, and ongoing monitoring as related to the Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program health service area.

Interagency/Community Liaison
  • Works effectively with staff from other agencies and the community to facilitate smooth administrative processes and to ensure that the needs of the grantee operated program and the community are met.
  • Establishes collaborative partnerships and maintains existing partnerships to support the Greater Mount Vernon Community Head Start Program Early Head Start/Head Start children, pregnant women, and families.
  • Develops and participates in training with Early Head Start/Head Start health staff.

Supervision/Leadership
  • Provides input into individualized staff development plans that include staff training needs and goals for professional development.
  • Works effectively with staff from other agencies and the community to facilitate smooth administrative processes and to ensure that the needs of the grantee operated program and the community are met.

Project Management
  • Leads or coordinates projects, ensuring effective planning and efficient use of resources, meeting of deadlines and accomplishment of goals.
  • Monitors and tracks project outcomes.
  • Uses project outcomes in program planning and improvement.
  • Ensures that health data in ChildPlus is current and accurate, and generates ongoing reports.
  • Collaborates with Education Managers to integrate all education aspects of the health and nutrition services into program activities.
  • Works in collaboration with Nutritionist to ensure accuracy of monthly food vendor invoices for USDA reimbursement.


Illustrative Duties

  • Serves as the "expert" within a function, a particular field of knowledge or services (e.g., disabilities, health, education, child care referral) within a broad program area;
  • Assists in developing, enhancing, and assessing programs;
  • Recommends changes to local policies and procedures;
  • Assesses needs, and develops, delivers, and evaluates training programs;
  • Oversees delivery of technical assistance provided to providers, parents, centers, and the community;
  • Coordinates services with other governmental programs and community organizations;
  • Works with multidisciplinary teams to develop plans to best meet children's needs;
  • Reviews research and demographic data for official county reports;
  • Maintains current knowledge of legislation, best practices, and performance measures;
  • Updates systems and resources to match current program strategies;
  • Monitors programs for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations;
  • Assists in researching and writing grant proposals and seeking innovative funding sources;
  • Oversees a program site and manages services within that site;
  • Supervises other professional and support staff within the program area;
  • Prioritizes workloads of staff and manages caseload distribution;
  • Participates in the hiring and evaluation process of staff in the program area.


Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodology of assigned area of accountability;
  • and/or extensive knowledge in particular area of expertise;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
  • Ability to keep current on the latest theories of early childhood development and education;
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team;
  • Ability to manage projects and supervise others;
  • Ability to assess, deliver, and evaluate training.


Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a closely related field; plus two years of experience in day care administration, early childhood education, or related human service administration.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a Child Protective Services Registry to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • More than three years in a public health related field.
  • More than three years of experience in a full-time Supervisory position.
  • Knowledge of Head Start performance standards.
  • Knowledge of Va Dss health regulations in child care facilities.
  • Knowledge of health-related community resources to support families.
  • Bilingual preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is generally sedentary in nature. However, incumbent may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items up to 25 pounds. Ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Sufficiently mobile to attend meetings at various locations and make presentations to county staff and community. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

Company

Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.


BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
 Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
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