Early Learning and Family Support Specialist

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington; Wenatchee (WA); Presencial; USD 30 996 - 37 884; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Sick leave

403(b) retirement plan

Medical insurance (30+ hrs/wk)

Resumo da oferta

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington in Wenatchee, WA is seeking an Early Learning and Family Support Specialist for 20 hours/week. This part-time role focuses on family engagement, caregiver advocacy, and collaboration with community partners to promote access to services.

The position requires an Associate degree with relevant experience, bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, First Aid/CPR, and ability to travel to sites across Central Washington.

Qualificações

• Associate degree in psychology, early childhood education, social services, or related field required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with Early Learning and Family Engagement teams to promote equitable access to services for families in Central Washington.
• Build relationships with community partners and colleagues.
• Facilitate Play & Learn groups at identified sites across Central Washington.
• Contribute to design and implementation of team projects and initiatives.
• Recruit families to participate in early learning programs and plan family nights.
• Maintain accurate documentation of activities.

Conhecimentos

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Formação académica

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Ferramentas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job DetailsJob Location: Wenatchee, WA 98801Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Associate DegreeSalary Range: $22.50 - $27.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayThe Early Learning and Family Support Specialist provides supports to all family engagement initiatives, ensures all deliverables are met and acts as an advocate for caregivers in early learning settings for Catholic Charities.

Responsibilities:

Family Engagement and Support

• Collaborate with the Early Learning and Family Engagement teams to promote equitable access to services and opportunities for families in Central Washington.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and colleagues.
• Facilitate Play & Learn groups with fidelity at identified sites across Central Washington.
• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of team projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to assigned early learning classrooms in the identified preschool settings.
• Recruit families to participate in early learning programs and plan for family nights.
• Support playgroup development through ongoing communication and shared learning with fellow facilitators.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all activities

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Participate in staff meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, regular supervisions, and other meetings as assigned.
• Represent Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington in the community as directed.

QualificationsJob Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

• This position normally requires the physical demands of sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, hearing and adequate vision on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

• Associate degree in psychology, early childhood education, social services, or related field required. Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Experience

• 2 years’ experience working with parents and young children required
• With associate degree, 5 years’ experience working with parents and young children preferred.

Special Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work independently and self-motivate, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively
• Have access to reliable transportation to use for work purposes as this position requires frequent travel and work is primarily off-site.
• Knowledge of child development
• Be available to work evenings and weekends as requested
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Demonstrated reflective practice skills with the ability to give and receive feedback
• Value all people, their family culture, heritage, language and beliefs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• First Aid/CPR certification required
• Food Handlers Card required
• 30-hour Child Care Basic training
• Portable Background Check and professional profile in MERIT
• Valid Washington State driver’s license and minimum required liability insurance for WA State
• Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities’ liability insurance provider

Employment is conditional upon:

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Wage Range: $22.50 - $27.50, depending on education and experience

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Friday; 8:30am to 2:00pm = (20 hours wk)

Benefits:

• Sick leave accrues at 1 hour of leave for every 40 hours worked
• Employees can contribute to 403(b) retirement plan
• Eligibility for medical insurance if working 30+ hours per week, on average