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Coordinator, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Birth - 8 (child Care Specialist Iii)

Employer: Fairfax County Government
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Salary: $59,679.36 - $99,466.43 Annually
Closing date: Mar 20, 2021

Industry: Healthcare, Social Services and Mental Health
Function: Childcare, Program Manager
Hours: Full Time
Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

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Under the supervision of the Child Care Administrator I, the Child Care Specialist III is responsible for establishing, coordinating and managing the implementation of the Office for Children Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation System (ECMHCS) Birth - 8 for early childhood educators in community-based early childhood programs. The ECMHCS Birth - 8 will promote the capacity of early childhood educators to support children’s successful social and emotional development and executive function skills; strengthen positive child interactions; prevent and decrease challenging behaviors; and eliminate suspensions and expulsions in early childhood settings. Serves as lead contact and liaison with community programs and county staff.

Note: Salary will not exceed midpoint of the advertised salary range.

Illustrative Duties

Plans and directs the administration, programming, and management of a broad program area;
Provides fiscal management of grants, which may include managing the administrative budget and/or overseeing disbursements to participants;
Interprets federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they apply to programs;
Assists in developing various program policies and procedures;
Provides comprehensive training and technical assistance for child care programs;
Has ultimate responsibility for the development of all training programs on program planning and child development;
Provides quality assurance for programs and makes recommendations for improvements;
Performs short- and long-range planning and adjusts systems and resources to match current program strategies;
Monitors program statistics and oversees production of reports summarizing program accomplishments;
Oversees coordination of services with other governmental programs and community organizations to enhance effectiveness of partnerships;
Represents the program in task forces including other governmental agencies and community groups;
Directs and supervises a large staff of supervising professionals who develop, deliver and evaluate training in the field of child care or child development and/or child care specialists;
Oversees and coordinates recruitment and staffing issues.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodology of assigned area of accountability;
Knowledge of county budget/fiscal policies and procedures;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Ability to perform short- and long-range planning and monitor effectiveness of programs;
Ability to keep current on the latest theories of early childhood development and education;
Ability to work independently and as a leader of a team;
Ability to manage projects and supervise others;
Ability to serve as a supervisor of a training or technical assistance team;
Ability to work collaboratively to build partnerships with other jurisdictions and organizations (e.g. businesses, non-profit entities, etc.).

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 major in early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a closely related field; plus three years of professional experience in day care administration, early child 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 check of the Child Protective Services Registry to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Fluent in English and Spanish language, both oral and written.
Grant management experience.
Program management experience.

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.

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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.

Company info

Website: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
Location: 12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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