Parent Engagement Specialist
Crystal Stairs, Inc., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Head Start - Parent Engagement Specialist Location:
South Los Angeles and Compton areas The following job summary is for descriptive purposes only. Actual job descriptions and job title are subject to change. About the Organization
Crystal Stairs, Inc. – Improving the Lives of Families through Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy. What We're Looking For
We are seeking a Parent Specialist who is responsible for the development of the Non-Federal Share plan, tracking and collection of In-Kind, the development of the parent handbook, and parent newsletter. The Parent Specialist will be responsible for planning and implementing parent orientations, the parent training calendar, and the creation of weekly and monthly parent engagement activities at the site level. He or she is responsible for supporting and supervising parent interns. Responsibilities
Develop Non-Federal Share plan and track In-Kind donations. Develop and distribute the parent handbook and parent newsletter. Plan and implement parent orientations and the parent training calendar. Create weekly and monthly parent engagement activities at the site level. Support and supervise parent interns. Qualifications and Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent GED required. Expert in Microsoft Office computer skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred but not required. Successfully completes and maintains Basic First Aid and CPR certification. Experience in planning and conducting workshops, meetings, and public speaking. Experience working or volunteering in social or community services. Experience working in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic setting. Head Start or Early Head Start parent experience preferred. Some knowledge of current Head Start performance standards related to Parent Engagement and Non-Federal Share. Knowledge of family dynamics, strategies for male involvement, and family-centered practice. Ability to facilitate and model respectful, professional communication and teamwork with a positive attitude. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in difficult situations. Proficiency in word processing and database applications. Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California driver’s license, have use of a motor vehicle, and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance. Must meet State health requirements, including passing a physical examination; provide verification of TB clearance at the time of employment. Mandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate, to be maintained for the duration of employment. Fingerprints on file with the Justice Department. Official transcripts of educational attainment required before interview. Total Package Of Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision - 95% Agency Paid 401k Matching Options Flex Spending Pre-paid Legal Services Sick and Vacation Time Paid Holidays Opportunity for Growth and Development Robust Learning Management System with continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. Equal opportunity in all employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at:
www.crystalstairs.org All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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Head Start - Parent Engagement Specialist Location:
South Los Angeles and Compton areas The following job summary is for descriptive purposes only. Actual job descriptions and job title are subject to change. About the Organization
Crystal Stairs, Inc. – Improving the Lives of Families through Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy. What We're Looking For
We are seeking a Parent Specialist who is responsible for the development of the Non-Federal Share plan, tracking and collection of In-Kind, the development of the parent handbook, and parent newsletter. The Parent Specialist will be responsible for planning and implementing parent orientations, the parent training calendar, and the creation of weekly and monthly parent engagement activities at the site level. He or she is responsible for supporting and supervising parent interns. Responsibilities
Develop Non-Federal Share plan and track In-Kind donations. Develop and distribute the parent handbook and parent newsletter. Plan and implement parent orientations and the parent training calendar. Create weekly and monthly parent engagement activities at the site level. Support and supervise parent interns. Qualifications and Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent GED required. Expert in Microsoft Office computer skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred but not required. Successfully completes and maintains Basic First Aid and CPR certification. Experience in planning and conducting workshops, meetings, and public speaking. Experience working or volunteering in social or community services. Experience working in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic setting. Head Start or Early Head Start parent experience preferred. Some knowledge of current Head Start performance standards related to Parent Engagement and Non-Federal Share. Knowledge of family dynamics, strategies for male involvement, and family-centered practice. Ability to facilitate and model respectful, professional communication and teamwork with a positive attitude. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in difficult situations. Proficiency in word processing and database applications. Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California driver’s license, have use of a motor vehicle, and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance. Must meet State health requirements, including passing a physical examination; provide verification of TB clearance at the time of employment. Mandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate, to be maintained for the duration of employment. Fingerprints on file with the Justice Department. Official transcripts of educational attainment required before interview. Total Package Of Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision - 95% Agency Paid 401k Matching Options Flex Spending Pre-paid Legal Services Sick and Vacation Time Paid Holidays Opportunity for Growth and Development Robust Learning Management System with continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. Equal opportunity in all employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at:
www.crystalstairs.org All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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