Child Care Access & Parent Services Specialist

Child Development; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Development seeks a Parent Services Specialist to determine eligibility for subsidized child care and to conduct interviews with parents. You will process applications, maintain case files, and coordinate with community partners to resolve barriers to services.

Responsibilities include orientations for applicants, referrals for related resources, and collaboration with Ventura County agencies. Strong English communication and caseload skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with 24 college units completed.
• At least 2 years of paid work in community or social services with interviewing and caseload duties.
• Preferred: sociology, human services, or related field; bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Determine initial and continuing need and eligibility for subsidized child care services.
• Conduct in-person parent interviews and process applications for state-funded programs.
• Maintain up to 100 low-complexity case files and data records.
• Review case files to ensure compliance with funding terms.
• Research and resolve child care barriers; refer to community resources.
• Explain program requirements through orientations for applicants/recipients.
• Provide referrals and follow-up for child care information and services.
• Engage with job centers, parent meetings, and community events as needed.
• Coordinate with Ventura County and community partners for services.
• Attend staff and partnership meetings and meet reporting deadlines.

Skills

Interviewing clients

Caseload management

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

24 college units completed

Tools

Windows

Word for Windows

Excel

Job description

Child Development seeks a Parent Services Specialist to determine eligibility for subsidized child care and to conduct interviews with parents. You will process applications, maintain case files, and coordinate with community partners to resolve barriers to services.

Responsibilities include orientations for applicants, referrals for related resources, and collaboration with Ventura County agencies. Strong English communication and caseload skills are essential.