Child Care Services Specialist

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.•San Luis Obispo, CA

1d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

As a Child Care Services Specialist, you will be responsible for community-wide Child Care Resource and Referral services. You will work collaboratively with other Child Youth and Family Services (CYFS) Programs and coordinate with the Children Services Coordinator and Manager. Your role will support CAPSLO’s mission by ensuring that referrals for services and related activities are promptly and appropriately processed.

Requirements

Must be fluent in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community.
Associate in Arts (AA) degree in early childhood education, child development, resource and referral, social services and/or case management, or other related field.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in early care and education.
At least one (1) year of experience working as a referral specialist or coach in early care and education or related field.
Four (4) years of experience as a referral specialist or coach in early care and education or related field.
Has a dependable, insured transportation and valid California driver’s license (mileage to be reimbursed) and acceptable driving record. A DMV printout and proof of insurance will be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and conduct training and individualized consultation for individuals to become child care providers.
Provide child care planning and referral services to support families in finding a quality child care match and link them with resources.
Collect data and statistics, and contribute to monthly and quarterly reports.
Recruit and enroll participants into the Child Care Food Program and various quality improvement programs.
Communicate regulations, distribute resources, and contribute to the health, safety, and viability of child care programs.
Conduct site visits for compliance monitoring, licensing support, activities with children, or assistance with paperwork.
Process eligibility and claims for meal reimbursement.
Perform various clerical tasks including typing, word processing, computer input, compiling statistics, copying, maintaining mailing lists, receiving and routing incoming program mail, and filing.
Represent programs at workshops, conferences, and meetings.
Act as library receptionist and perform some library clerical functions during hours open to the public.
Use reasonable precautions in the performance of duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices.