Head Start Regional Coordinator at Mid Michigan Community Action Agency

Job Description:

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Job Description

Salary: $26.46 per hour

General Responsibilities:

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  Responsible for the development, supervision, coordination, and implementation of the Head Start program in designated area as required by the Head Start Performance Standards and state and federal mandates.
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  Ensure quality program service delivery.
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  Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Specific Duties:

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  Develop and maintain procedures for documentation, multi-disciplinary tea, information, and tracking systems for site staff.
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  Responsible for ensuring all aspects of program compliance are met.
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  Assist teaching teams with child and family development goals utilizing a strength based, culturally sensitive approach through reflective and case management.
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  Support teaching teams in advocating for the families as deemed appropriate and make appropriate referrals and/or contact for resources with collaborating professionals and agencies.
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  Provide ongoing documented monitoring of classrooms utilizing the CLASS, PQA and program designed observation tools.
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  Work collaboratively with the management team in meeting program and overall monthly, quarterly, and annual goals and objectives.
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  Responsible for ensuring all aspects of program compliance are met.
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  Provide direct supervision of designated site staff.
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  Follow interview procedures when a staff vacancy occurs.
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  Facilitate a comprehensive orientation for new site staff.
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  Perform 90 day and annual performance evaluations of designated staff.
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  Effectively communicate, in a timely manner between site staff and management/management and site staff.
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  Provide program and agency presentations to community partners.
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  Responsible for training and ongoing support of designated staff.
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  Collect, review, and analyze data for program reporting and continuous improvement.
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  Accurately complete required program documentation and record keeping in a neat and timely manner.
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  Work collaboratively with ECS Management Team to make sure all areas of service are in compliance and continually improving.
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  Recruit families and promote agency programs within the community.
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  Participate in personal and professional development activities, including staff meetings, conferences, training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.
• Occasionally attend community events and meetings to support the agency programs outside of typical work hours.
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  All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

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  Bachelors degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or another related field with a minimum of 2 years working with young children and their families.
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  Will consider Associates degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or another related field with a minimum of 5 years working with young children and their families OR a CDA with a minimum of 10 years working with young children and their families.
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  Minimum of 5 years of effective supervisory skills.
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  Preschool/Head Start experience preferred.
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  Knowledge of the Head Start performance standards preferred.
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  Must complete 16 hours of annual training in addition to CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training.
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  Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire or first available session thereafter.
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  Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.
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  Demonstrated ability as a strength based leader.
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  Demonstrated ability to present information to community groups.
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  Knowledge of Creative Curriculum/Teaching Strategies Gold/Child Plus experience preferred.

Additional Requirements:

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  Possess a solid knowledge base with respect to child development and family services and seek to expand knowledge at every opportunity.
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  Complete additional certifications as required.
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  Maintain confidentiality and code of ethics at all times.
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  Must have Proficient Computer Skills. (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)
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  Must have reliable transportation, a valid drivers license, provide proof of insurance, and MMCAAs Insurance Carriers driving record review.
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  Successfully complete required background checks at time of hire and when requested.
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  Shall provide written report by a physician stating their physical capability and freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
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  Must have good communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively with people.
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  Must be self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
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  Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.
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  Must be willing to accept new challenges.
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  The ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.
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  The job duties require a working cell phone for accessibility to supervisors, clients, or co-worker or to enhance personal safety whileaway from the office location. Theagency will provide a cell phone as needed.
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  Must comply with Agency tobacco free and drug free policies.
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  Understand the importance of daily work attendance, and its impact on coworkers, clients, and the agency

Job Info:

• Company: Mid Michigan Community Action Agency
• Position: Head Start Regional Coordinator
• Work Location: Riverview
• Country: US

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