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| SPECIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR - Close Date 8/1/2009 | |
| Requirements: | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Special Education, Early Childhood Development, Social Work or other related field required. Master’s degree preferred. |
| Experience: | Minimum of three (3) years experience working with children with special needs and their families. Minimum of two (2) years of management experience. Experience in Head Start/Early Head Start preferred. Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating successful programs for children with special needs. Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating disabilities and mental wellness programs. Knowledge of issues of low-income families, especially minority groups. Knowledgeable about the emotional development of preschool-age children (birth to 5 year olds). Direct experience of managing government funded programs is highly desirable. |
| Additional: | The primary scope for this position is to be responsible for coordinating an exemplary, innovative Disabilities and Mental Wellness Program consistent with Head Start Program Performance Standards and other pertinent Federal, State and Grantee guidelines. The Special Services Coordinator will provide comprehensive, high quality service through commitment and leadership that empowers the ‘whole child and whole family’ through partnering with family, staff and the community. The Special Services Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a full range of options necessary to meet children’s special needs. This includes: administration, prevention, identification and referral, and coordination of treatment. -Salary Range: $42,000.00-52,000.00. |
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| CASEWORKER I - Close Date 8/1/2009 | |
| Requirements: | High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Must have strong communication skills (both verbal and written); strong knowledge of community resources, ability to operate a computer per department standards, strong budgetary skills in the performance of job functions, and excellent organization skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. |
| Experience: | At least one (1) to three (3) years experience working in a social services organization. |
| Additional: | Effectively and efficiently conduct orientation, intake and assessment of all incoming clients regarding service needs and make applicable referrals; provide referral and linkage services to clients based on need and an overall plan to Transition Out of poverty (TOP); TOP a minimum of 1 to 2 clients per month; screen incoming call, which can entail setting up appointments and/or linkage for services to appropriate resources; establish an official file for candidates that meet state and Agency guidelines; ensure compliance regarding intake, case management and outreach practices that commiserate with national, state and Agency guidelines; accurately file and store client information in adherence to client confidentiality policies and procedures; prepare and maintain weekly CSBG programmatic site reports, including but not limited to Individual Demographics Tally Sheets, Household Characteristics Talley Sheets, etc.; promote, develop and maintain productive, amicable working relationships with diverse individuals and groups, including peers and supervisors; conduct home assessments for homebound clients; maintain an inventory of office supplies and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. -Starting Salary: $25,553.00. |
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| MATH TEACHER (Part-time) - Close Date 8/1/2009 | |
| Requirements: | Bachelor’s Degree in Education. Must be able to teach Basic to Advance, up to the 12th grade Mathematics. Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. |
| Experience: | At least two (2) years experience teaching Math and Adult Education. Must be able to provide individualized/group instructions in Math to youths twelve (12) to seventeen (17) years of age experiencing problems in basic through High School Math skills. |
| Additional: | Provide four (4) Hours of Classroom study in a Math Camp for youths twelve (12) to seventeen (17) years of age experiencing problems with Math skills and/or looking to improve Math skills; Be able to teach Basic, up to 12th grade Math in an individual and group session setting; Maintain a clean, organized and safe Classroom, in an environment conducive to learning; Maintain a clear understanding of GCCSA Agency policies and department procedures; Be customer-friendly and respectful to every client, guest and visitor; Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Community Education Coordinator. -Salary: $15.00/hr- |
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| YOUTH SERVICES SPECIALIST - Close Date 8/1/2009 | |
| Requirements: | Bachelor’s degree in a social services or business-related degree from an accredited school is preferred, however, relevant work experience can be substituted for college degree. |
| Experience: | At least two years of experience working with a youth-related program or initiative with definable results; must have a definable track record of success consistent with the duties and responsibilities of this position. |
| Additional: | The primary scope of this position is to create, develop, implement and manage youth initiatives in the Community Services Department. The candidate selected for this role will work with content area managers to manifest programs geared specifically at poverty prevention and the development of wealth-building behaviors. The most coveted characteristics of the person filling this role are as follows: energetic, a “nurturing” skill-set, critical thinking skills, an ability to evolve concepts into action, a team player, strong communication skills, the ability to finish projects. -Salary Range: $27,500.00 |
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| RECEPTIONIST – CLOSE DATE 7/30/2009 | |
| Requirements: | The primary scope of this position is to assist in the daily functionality of the Agency’s front lobby. Ensure that all incoming calls reach the correct person or department, in a timely and courteous manner. Supply information to callers, relay messages and announce visitors including vendors, clients, job candidates and customers. Ensure completion of sign in paperwork, according to Agency’s policies and procedures. Alert appropriate staff if a security issue arises. Maintain records and handle special projects. Interpret for clients or students and non-Spanish speaking staff dealing with clients. Always treat guests courteously. |
| Experience: | Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Clerical background preferred. Be fluent in English and Spanish with good diction and grammar. Be cordial with excellent interpersonal skills. Have worked as a Receptionist in a high traffic area. Bilingual English/Spanish REQUIRED. |
| Additional: | Be available to work additional time occasionally for Board and Policy Council meetings and for the Food Pantry extended hours. Perform other duties as requested. Salary Range: $9.13 to $10.96/hr |
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| HEALTH SPECIALIST - Close Date 7/22/2009. | |
| Requirements: | The Health Specialist is responsible for providing children and families access to a comprehensive exemplary innovative health services program that includes a broad range of medical, dental, mental health and nutritional services, including services to children with disabilities in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and other pertinent Federal, State, and Grantee guidelines for both the Head Start and Early Head Start Programs. The Health Specialist will provide comprehensive high quality services through commitment and leadership that empowers the whole child, whole family through partnering with family, staff and the community |
| Experience: | A minimum of one year experience in a comparable position. Must hold a Texas License as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), or Registered Nurse (RN). Salary Range: $41,000.00-$43,000.00. Bi-lingual Preferred |
| Additional: | Valid Texas driver’s license and proof of state required liability insurance. Must be able to travel to various sites in GCCSA Head Start area. Must have current CPR and First Aid Certification |
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| MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST - Close Date 8/1/2009 | |
| Requirements: | High School Diploma or GED required. |
| Experience: | Two (2) or more years experience. Electrical repair, minor automotive repair, small engine repair, carpentry, painting, exterminating,construction, minor plumbing and HVAC maintenance. |
| Additional: | Review standards and operating procedures for improved and more efficient facility Communicate with Facilities Supervisor on needs and/or issues.Follow-up on all work requests for repairs.Ensure that maintenance supplies are completed/ordered by scheduled deadlines to maintain smooth flow of operations. Responsible for repairs on all assigned work orders. Responsible for all assigned tools and equipment. Maintain compliance and standards for each work order completed. Maintain consistency with specifications and local state codes. Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components.Examine appliances for mechanical defects and disassembles appliances. HVAC, maintain and regulate heating and cooling to maintain comfortable temperatures in an office. Inspect and repair leaks. Install and repair plumbing fixtures.Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. -Starting Salary: $13.00/hr- |
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| EARLY HEAD START TEACHER - Close Date 7/15/2009 | |
| Requirements: | Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or a CDA with an infant and toddler endorsement preferred or earned within one year of date of hire |
| Experience: | One year in a similar position working with infants and toddlers. Must be able to supervise and interact with a group of 8 to10 infants and toddlers both indoors and outdoors. |
| Additional: | Be knowledgeable of GCCSA and Early Head Start’s mission, goals, policies and procedures. Be knowledgeable of Head Start’s curriculum and Performance Standards and other regulatory requirements. Set up a classroom that is developmental appropriate and inviting for infant and toddlers. Safeguard the equipment and materials assigned to classrooms, ensuring adequate supplies are available for infants and toddlers. Be knowledgeable of the infants and toddlers assigned to the classrooms, including their developmental stages, individual differences and cultural background. Develop and plan age appropriate activities based on interest and needs of infants and toddlers; also complete lesson plans on a weekly basis. Ensure health and safety of infants and toddlers in accordance with all regulations. Complete required paperwork timely and accurately. Ensure infant and toddler’s records are supported with proper documentation such as assessments, observations, progress notes, written communication with parents, conferences, home visits, etc. Ensure two-way communication with parents regarding their child(ren). Conduct two home visits and at least two parent-teacher conferences within a school year. Communicate and collaborate with all content area staff in meeting the needs of the infants and toddlers assigned to the classroom and their families. Provide leadership and serve as a mentor for substitutes, volunteers, and parents enrolled in the Early Head Start Program. Work closely with assigned Child Development Specialist in collaboration with parents in planning and implementation of the Early Head Start curriculum. Be responsible for personal and professional growth and development to meet program and regulatory requirements. Perform other duties requested or assigned by the supervisor(s). |
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| ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT SPECIALIST- Close Date 7/22/2009 | |
| Requirements: | Assisting the Economic Empowerment Administrator with potential customers by identifying financial solutions to help clients realize the vision of saving in the Individual Development Account Program. Conducting intake interviews with potential clients. Make decisions regarding client eligibility and suitability for program according to CSBG criteria, Case Management, including maintaining case notes and records of all activities. |
| Experience: | GED or High School Diploma; accuracy in working detailed data, excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications; computer literacy, with knowledge of Microsoft office Suite and other standard software; 1-3 year experience with non - profit is preferred. |
| Additional: | Bi-lingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred. Starting Salary: $25,583.00 |
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