Ourvision is to break the cycle of poverty one neighbor at a time. Through safety-net services and assetbuilding solutions, Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) creates economicmobility opportunities for tens of thousands of people annually throughprograms such as energy assistance, early education and care, financialempowerment, positive youth development, and career pathways. WCACserves 45 towns in Central and South-Central Massachusetts with offices locatedin Worcester, East Brookfield, Leicester, Webster, and Southbridge. We are committed to aworkplace culture with a shared passion for our vision that promotes teamwork,respect, and the opportunity to make a difference. 

What we offer:

WCAC provides on-the-job trainingand professional development opportunities. As well as an excellent benefitpackage with no waiting period to enroll in health, dental, vision, life/LTD,and 403(b) retirement plan. Generous paid holiday calendar, vacation, personaland sick time. In addition to fair and transparent pay practices, we offer an additional pay differential to bilingual employees. 

Position Summary:

Head Start is a center-based program providing developmentally appropriate curricula, health and nutrition services, meals, special education opportunities, and family services for preschool aged children and their families. As a member of WCAC's Head Start team, the Health Assistant will be responsible for completing screenings, data entry and tracking of health and nutrition statistics required by the program. This is a full time position with eligibility for a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications:

Research shows that women andpeople of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every singlequalification. At WCAC we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, andinclusive workplace so if you are excited about this position, but don't meetall of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyways. 

• High School Diploma or HiSet equivalent required. Associate's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in the human services field. 
• Knowledge of community resources in Southern Worcester County.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn Agency software and databases.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse individuals, families, co-workers, and community partners.
• Embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. 
• Customer service oriented; strong interpersonal and communication skills with a positive outlook and empathic style.
• Ability to speak Spanish a plus.
• Ability to decipher medical terminology a plus.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Must use personal vehicle for weekly travel between sites and will be reimbursed for mileage.
• Ability to successfully complete a CORI/SORI/DCF Fingerprinting review.
• Mandatory annual physical, Mantoux test, required.
• Physical ability to life a child up to 50lbs.
• Evening and weekend hours may be required to meet the needs of the program.
• First Aid & CPR Certification much be achieved within 30 days of hire.

Send cover letter and resume specifying position via email to hr@wcac.net.

Worcester Community Action Council, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, membership in the uniformed services or any other classification which is protected under state or federal law.