Family Child Care Home Visitor

Square One is a private nonprofit organization that provides a range of family-friendly education and support services that are unique to each child and every family served. Our focus is on providing opportunities for children and families to build the foundation for lifelong learning and to grow strong cognitively, emotionally, socially and physically.

Square One’s programs include early education and care at centers in Springfield, home-based care settings located throughout greater Springfield, and out of school time care for elementary school age children. In addition, Square One provides family support services through a variety of home visiting programs with parenting education and support groups in addition to youth workforce development programming.

The Family Child Care Home Visitor supports the FCC providers affiliated with Square One. Through observations the home visitor identifies strengths and challenges and offers feedback and technical assistance. The FCC home visitor must be able to build positive and trusting relationships, with the providers, and use a strength based approach in their ongoing support. In addition, the home visitor supports the FCC Coordinator in managing required documents, reports, and data entry.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or; Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development / CDA preferred.
• A minimum of one year as an FCC provider or experience as a classroom educator.
• Experience working with a diverse population of children and adults.
• Knowledge of The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations.
• Knowledge of Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) regulations and requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Have own reliable transportation to conduct provider home visits
• Computer literate in Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Knowledge of ProCare and Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA) preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check that meets compliance standards.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY TASKS:

• Conduct provider home visits for both EEC and CACFP compliance
• Complete home visit forms and provide technical assistance, if needed
• Clerical responsibilities such as filing, copying and scanning
• Assist in all professional development days/trainings for providers
• Support coordinator in maintaining all provider records and documents
• Develop a monthly newsletter of information and best practices for FCC providers
• Assist coordinator with reviewing weekly invoice submissions
• Assist coordinator with entering attendance in ProCare and CCFA
• Assist coordinator in reviewing provider menus for disallowances/serious deficiencies and document as required. Offer technical assistance as needed.
• Upload all documents into Teams/Shared Drive
• Support providers in day-to-day needs
• Assist coordinator in tracking CACFP requirements, maintaining provider information and all documents.
• Maintain all records in Teams/Shared drive

REASONS TO WORK WITH SQUARE ONE:

• Work with an agency that makes a difference in our community every day!
• Be a part of a great team that provides excellent services and support to its families
• Gain experience in various areas of early education and care, human services and behavioral health
• Our fast paced environment is never boring!
• We offer comprehensive health benefits package and 401(k) retirement plan
• Our employees enjoy robust time off policies, 12 paid holidays, over 4 weeks of paid time off with scheduled increases
• Flexible schedule

Other

• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the job description.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS / ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Willingness to participate in Square One’s commitment to continuously review, analyze
• and apply changes to the department, as needed.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and supportive team member.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships and form an alliance with staff, providers, and families from diverse backgrounds on behalf of children.
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, in a manner that demonstrates and fosters cooperation, respect, concern, and openness to change.
• Ability to take or think about the perspective of others and demonstrate self-awareness of one's own culture, beliefs, and values.
• Ability to physically interact with children including the ability to walk or run quickly, kneel or sit on floor, bend and lift, walk over rough or uneven ground, while in or outside of facility.
• Ability to lift, carry and move center/classroom equipment and supplies and/or bulky objects or children weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to collaboratively problem-solve.
• Maintain boundaries and perform all duties in an ethical and professional manner.
• Compliance with all confidentiality regulations as required.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to operate a computer and office equipment, including, but not limited to, a telephone, fax machine, and copier.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Family Child Care Director

Want to learn more about Square One?

https://startatsquareone.org/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, MA 01105 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20