CACFP Programs Specialist I — Afterschool & Summer

Strategic HR Client Job Openings; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

PSLF eligibility

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Children's Hunger Alliance in Cleveland is seeking a CACFP Childcare Centers and Afterschool/Summer Program Specialist I to support licensed childcare centers, afterschool and summer programs participating in CACFP and SFSP. This hybrid role involves training, monitoring, and technical assistance to ensure compliant, nutritious meals for children.

As the Specialist I, you will conduct staff trainings, coordinate site applications and food orders, perform monitoring reviews, provide outreach, and

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with structured childcare programs and training preferred.
• Valid State of Ohio driver’s license and reliable vehicle for regional travel.
• Knowledge of CACFP and SFSP regulations; ability to follow procedures.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational & time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with email, internet, and Microsoft Office; ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Provide staff training on program regulations, agency procedures, and software use
• Coordinate the annual site application process and food order launch for afterschool and summer partners
• Conduct monitoring reviews of childcare centers, afterschool programs, and summer programs
• Provide technical assistance and customer service to ensure centers and sites meet program requirements
• Support out-of-compliance sites through technical assistance, re-training, corrective action, and closure of review
• Monitor and process center disallowances on monthly claims
• Review and adjust afterschool and summer food orders based on daily student participation
• Conduct and report outreach activities, building community relationships to increase program awareness
• Conduct and report resource distribution and special site visits
• Maintain an organized electronic file with all required documents for each center and site
• Stay current on CACFP and SFSP regulations of USDA, ODE, and CHA
• Distribute educational materials, provide ongoing check-ins and implementation support, and gather feedback on resource use, progress, and barriers
• Participate in regional, state, and team meetings and required staff training
• Follow Ohio law related to reporting suspected child abuse or neglect
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Organization

Customer service

Multitasking

Training adults

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nutrition, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Youth Development, or Social Work; or 2 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Email/Internet

Job description

Children's Hunger Alliance in Cleveland is seeking a CACFP Childcare Centers and Afterschool/Summer Program Specialist I to support licensed childcare centers, afterschool and summer programs participating in CACFP and SFSP. This hybrid role involves training, monitoring, and technical assistance to ensure compliant, nutritious meals for children.

As the Specialist I, you will conduct staff trainings, coordinate site applications and food orders, perform monitoring reviews, provide outreach, and