Program Specialist R&R

Under the supervision of Children’s Home Society of California’s (CHS) Program Manager, the Program Specialist will:

·          Carry out the activities of the Resource and Referral Program

·          Promote high quality program standards, monitor quality assurance, and ensure contract compliance

·          Plan, coordinate, and implement outreach activities for the R&R Program in Yolo County

·          Provide child care referrals via telephone

·          Develop and present workshops for parents and child care providers

·          Provide technical assistance and resources to families and child care providers

·          Collect statistics and prepare reports

·          Represent CHS at designated community outreach events to inform professionals, providers, and families about CHS Early Learning and Education Programs

·          Maintain all records in a high-quality manner and within record protection, retention, and destruction guidelines

·          Adhere to all agency policies and procedures, as well as applicable contractual and governmental regulations

·          Work some evening and weekend hours as required

·          Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

·          Bachelor’s Degree OR Associate’s Degree in Child Development or related field required

·          Minimum five (5) years of experience required

·          Prior non-profit experience preferred

·          Knowledge of California Code of Regulations Title 5 desired

·          Excellent verbal presentations skills and ability to display professional decorum in representing the agency in the community

·         Ability to prepare and present effective written work, provide strong

 attention to detail, and produce error-free work

·         Proactive professional with a strong work ethic and an ability to work both

 autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

·         Excellent project management and organizational skills

·         Ability to manage multiple projects and shift quickly between assignments

 with a flexible and positive attitude while meeting deadlines

·         Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment

·         Commitment to CHS’s core mission and values, and an ability to model

 those values in relationships with colleagues and partners

·         Excellent ability to communicate effectively, respectfully, and transparently

 with all levels of staff

·         Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

·         Automobile, valid driver’s license, good driving record, and automobile

 insurance

·         Ability to travel via air and surface transportation, including travel between

 multiple offices

Salary Scale: $18.47 to $21.60 per hour, based on experience and education plus excellent benefits

CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY OF CALIFORNIA IS AN

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SMOKE-FREE/DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT