What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Specialist position at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany?
Ready to Launch Your Career in Child Care Support? Join Our Mission!
At Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego, and Schoharie Counties, we believe in changing lives—one family, one provider, one community at a time.
We’re looking for a Child Care Specialist who’s passionate about helping others grow and succeed. If you’re ready to make an impact, collaborate with a supportive team, and build a career with purpose, we’d love to meet you!
At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!
What You’ll Do
As a Child Care Specialist, you’ll be a key partner to local child care providers—helping them thrive by offering the tools, training, and support they need to run successful programs.
Your work will include:
Guiding providers through the Child Care Management System (CCMS) – from onboarding to ongoing engagement.
Organizing and leading network membership meetings that inspire collaboration and growth.
Assisting with special projects that strengthen our child care community.
Supporting providers in implementing strong HR practices (job descriptions, onboarding, payroll, retention strategies, and more).
Position Details
Schedule: 35 hours/week (Mon–Fri)
MTWF: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thurs: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Pay Rate: $22/hour
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development or a related field
1–3 years of experience in child care or early education
A passion for helping others, strong organizational skills, and a heart for community service
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We know that when our team thrives, our mission thrives. That’s why we offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
- Generous Paid Time Off – up to 23 days in your first year!
- Retirement Planning Options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on travel, movies, and more
- Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
- Recognition, Awards & Referral Bonuses
- A Supportive, Collaborative Team Culture
At Catholic Charities, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all who want to make a positive difference in the world.
Your community needs you — and we can’t wait to welcome you to our team.
Salary : $22