UNION JOB POSTING FOR

Bi-Lingual Early Head Start Home Visitor

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Complete Weekly home visits that are planned with the family
● Plan/prep and complete 3-4 socializations each month
● Assess and monitor child’s development
● Assess family strengths and needs
● Develop child and family goals
● Make appropriate referrals for child and family
● Participate in Field trips
● Work cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team in the best interest of the child and
family
● Develop an efficient/ consistent schedule
● Maintain a tidy workspace

Qualifications:
● Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
● Bi-Lingual Spanish or Portuguese required
● Experience working with the birth to five population
● Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Physical Requirements
● Ability to lift/carry up to 40 lbs;
● Ability to maintain full attention at all times when working with children and/or
families;
● sufficient mobility and strength to repeatedly sit, stand, carry infants/toddlers,
balance, stoop, walk, stretch, bend, reach, kneel, and have full range of body
motion; ability to react and move quickly;
● sufficient vision and hearing to perform job duties;
● ability to drive/operate a motor vehicle
● sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform job duties.

Schedule:

● Monday – Friday
● 35 Hours per week
● 52 weeks per year

Pay rate:

$20.63 an hour with Associate’s Degree

$27.70 an hour with Bachelor’s Degree

Excellent Benefit Package:
● Health & Dental insurance, Life & Disability Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick &
Personal Time

To Apply:
● Submit resume to diane.vazquez@cfcinc.org
● Deadline to apply is 11/1/24
An Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities are encouraged to apply

JOB POSTING FOR
Family Advocate
*Union Position

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Act as Team Leader, facilitating interdisciplinary team meetings and managing
children’s records.
● Develop a Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Plan with each family.
● Plan and implement family and community activities with parent and staff input.
● Ensure monthly parent meetings; elect and support Policy Council representatives.
● Organize individual and group activities for parents.
● Conduct home visits to complete paperwork and build relationships with Head Start
& Early Head Start families.
● Make referrals to social, mental health, and educational agencies; track outcomes.
● Document all family and team communications accurately in the program database.
● Support recruitment efforts and enrollment.
● Monitor child attendance to meet Head Start standards.
● Arrange transportation and childcare for parents to attend appointments and
meetings.
● Serve on a community board or council and encourage parent involvement.
● Participate in supervisory meetings and maintain required paperwork.
● Collaborate with parents and community agencies to enhance local services.
● Perform other duties as assigned by the Director to achieve program goals.

Qualifications:
● Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or related field
● Bi-lingual Preferred

Schedule: 
● Monday – Friday, 35 Hours per week
● Full Year

Pay rate:

$20.63 an hour with Associates degree

$27.70 an hour with Bachelor’s degree

Why you’ll love working at CFC Head Start:

CFC Head Start offers a fun and supportive work environment; paid, on the job training;
and a great benefit package for permanent employees including vacation, sick & personal time, health, dental, life & disability insurance and tuition reimbursement

To Apply:

Submit resume to diane.vazquez@cfcinc.org

Deadline to apply is 11/1/24
An Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities are encouraged to apply

JOB POSTING FOR
Birth to 5 Behavioral Coach

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Provide onsite coaching for Educators using the Practice Based Coaching (PBC) model.
● Conduct observations and create action plans.
● Establish and maintain consistent and regular coaching schedules (weekly, bi-weekly) with staff.
● Support Educators in brainstorming solutions to challenging behaviors as they arise.
● Analyze information to determine the meaning of the child’s behavior, possible triggers, and replacement skills needed.
● Encourage, support, motivate and work interactively with staff to develop and implement goals. Demonstrate and model innovative and effective strategies to improve teaching practices.
● Actively implement positive behavioral interventions to manage disruptive behaviors creating a safe and structured environment.
● Monitor child’s progress to address their unique needs, all while prioritizing the child’s safety and well-being
● Generate necessary documentation to support the Education Specialists/Coordinator in monitoring classroom quality by meeting monthly.
● Facilitate large group training for staff during in service/ professional development days throughout the year.
● Conduct Together Learning & Collaborating (TLC) groups throughout the year.
● Participate in ongoing evaluation and assessment of C.F.C. coaching plan.
● Be organized, flexible and sensitive to the needs of staff and the families we serve.
● Be able to engage in activities that include bending, floor activities, and lifting up to 50 lbs. and or young children birth to 5 years of age.

Qualifications:
● At a minimum, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood/Special Education with knowledge and /or training in evidenced based coaching practice and have at least 3 years experience in a preschool classroom.
● A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood may be considered depending upon the experience working with children with special needs and disabilities.
● Must display a professional attitude and appearance consistent with Head Start Performance Standards and Early Childhood Education principles. Ability to work well with low-income children and their families. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
● Experience working with children with challenging behaviors.

Schedule:
● Monday – Friday, 35 Hours per week, Minimum 43 weeks per year

Pay Rate:
● $31 an hour

Excellent Benefit Package:
● Health & Dental
● Life & Disability Insurance
● Paid Holidays
● Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Time

Please send resume to Diane Vazquez: diane.vazquez@cfcinc.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Program: Foster Grandparents & Retired Senior Volunteer Program

Reports To: Program Director

Non-Exempt

Full-Time

Position Overview: Assist Project Director in the planning and developing of all phases of program operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
• Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising FGP/RSVP volunteers.
• Prepare and complete enrollment documentation and training materials in accordance with program requirements.
• Assist in the planning and carrying out of pre-service orientation and in-service monthly training.
• Maintain volunteer and station files and records including the Volunteer Reporter database.
• Managing time sheets and mileage sheets and submitting payroll information.
• Introduce new RSVP and FGP volunteers at their stations and make periodic station visits; file reports on each visit.
• Participate and attend advisory council meetings.
• Attend training conferences conducted or authorized by the Corporation for National and Community Service as funding allows.
• May have non-recurring access to vulnerable population(s)

Qualifications & Skills:
• Demonstrate ability to recruit and work with individuals fifty-five years of age and older.
• Must be a self-starter; committed to the success of program goals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to learn and work with web-based applications.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to program sites using personal vehicle.
• Must pass all required background and fingerprint checks.

Physical Requirements
Employee may occasionally be required to perform physical duties such as stand, walk or sit for lengthy periods and reach with arms and stoop. The employee may be required to physically lift up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts, etc.

Please send cover letter and resume to Judith Charest judy.charest@cfcinc.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Assist Family Child Care Coordinator with intake process
● Organizing files for review
● Answering telephone calls and transferring to appropriate staff member
● Inputting information into Kinderwait (state waiting list)
● Overseeing the maintenance of office equipment and supplies
● Perform all necessary clerical tasks including but not limited to typing, filing, and copying duties as well as shredding of confidential documents
● Translate Documents as needed
● Classroom Attendance Tracking
● Assist Coordinator in keeping children’s files up to date and organized accordingly
● Review children’s financial files for all child care programs and complete secondary reviews.
● Work in multiple online databases/platforms
● Participate in and keep up to date on state/federal financial assistance policies/procedures
● Assist Coordinator to schedule alternative services (backup care) for children when an Educator is unavailable.
● Substitute for FCC transportation team as needed
● Acquire a 7D license to cover the Van Driver when needed (program will support).
● Notify FCC Coordinator of any concern with any Educator and/or family.
● Assist and complete all other duties as assigned by the Family Child Care Coordinator.
● Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families and Educators who are contracted in the program.

Qualifications:
● High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s degree preferred
● 1 year of customer service experience
● Bi-lingual skills highly preferred
● Tech savvy and highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite and all forms of digital communication and open to learning new computer programs
● Ability to operate all types of office equipment
● Pass Background Record Check
● Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Schedule/Pay:
● Monday – Friday, 35 Hours per week, 8:00am-4:00pm, 52 weeks per year $17.43

Physical requirements:
● Employees may occasionally be required to perform physical duties such as stand, walk or sit for lengthy periods and reach with arms and stoop.
● The employee may be required to physically lift up to 50 pounds for files, computer printouts, etc.
● Must be physically able to climb 3 flights of stairs daily
● Must have a physical every two years. A physician’s certificate is required.

Why you’ll love working at CFC Head Start:
CFC Head Start offers a fun and supportive work environment; paid, on the job training with opportunities to grow; and a great benefit package for permanent employees including vacation, sick & personal time, health, dental, life & disability insurance and college tuition scholarship opportunities.

Deadline to apply: 10/21/24

Please send resume and cover letter to diane.vazquez@cfcinc.org

An Equal Opportunity Employer / Minorities are encouraged to apply

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Reports to: Project Director & Contract Manager

Department: Child Care

Exempt _____ Non-Exempt X__

Position Overview: Billing, Reception and general administrative duties
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
• First point of contact for child care programs
• Screen visitors/callers and redirect as appropriate and necessary
• Manage records: type, make computer changes in Procare database, file, make copies and process terminated records for child care programs Input data into agency’s CSG Engage database
• Manage, update and make copies of daily/weekly forms for child care programs, also regular updates of Family Child Care and school age transportation weekly runs
• Prepares yearly educator agreements and rate sheets
• Complete data entry for MA Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA), including Kinderwait and attendance
• Complete monthly postage readings
• Process completed intake packets for educators and child care centers
• Manage and process orders to replenish consumable office and cleaning supplies
• Oversee maintenance of office equipment and supplies to ensure proper functioning Process and submit to Contract Manager and make weekly bank deposit for program fees
• Participate in all Early Education & Care training pertaining to CCFA
• All other functions deemed necessary by Program Director – pass all background and fingerprint checks

Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 to 3 years secretarial experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Ability to multi-task
• Self-starter, organized and team player
• Good computer skills – such as Excel
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese a plus

Physical Requirements:
While performing duties of this position, the employee may occasionally be required to perform minimal physical duties such as stand, walk, sit for lengthy periods and reach with hands, arms and stoop. The employee may occasionally be required to physically lift up to 25 pounds for files, computer printout, etc.

Please send resume and cover letter to: eloise.carrier@cfcinc.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Full-time Position – 35 hours week
Excellent Benefits Package

Position Overview:
Evaluate heating systems in CFC’s service area for possible repair or replacement and inspect contractor work for program and state code compliance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
Schedule appointments with clients.

Provide in-home client education to all program recipients. Develop detailed and accurate work orders and job specifications taking special care to note all unique problems.

Meet with contractors as needed to discuss the work orders and job specifications for the individual homes.

Mediate contractor disputes to successful resolution. Initiate referrals to other agency programs as appropriate.

Perform a quality control inspection of all work performed to insure all work meets acceptable quality standards and state codes.

Assist in training new HWAP staff and contractors. Occasionally attend out of town conferences and trainings.

Strict adherence to confidentiality policies.

Qualifications & Skills:
Excellent organizational and computer skills.

Knowledge of heating system functions and ability to identify problems with the existing system.

Must be capable of passing all required background checks and drug testing.

Excellent customer service skills and sensitivity to the needs of low-income people.

Valid driver’s license and vehicle required.

Bilingual preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements:
Employee is required to enter and walk/crawl in crawlspaces, basements and attics and any other areas of the home to assess heating system needs. Employee may occasionally be required to perform physical duties such as stand, walk, sit for lengthy periods and reach with arms and stoop. The employee may be required to physically lift up to 25 pounds for files, testing equipment, etc. Use of a ladder may be necessary.

Position Overview:
Direct care and supervision of school-age children (5-13 yrs of age)
Bus monitoring from school to program center

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
– Directly responsible for the care and teaching of school-age children under the supervision of the supervisory staff
– Complete and submit weekly activity plans
– Execute planned center activities under the direction of the supervisory staff
– Complete monthly anecdotal records and annual reports of enrollees
– Assist in general meal and snack duties
– Bus monitoring duties (Robeson Site)

Requirements & Skills:
18 years of age
High school diploma or GED
6 months experience working in a supervised school-age setting, preferred

Physical Requirements:
While performing duties of this position, the employee may occasionally be required to perform minimal physical duties such as stand, walk, sit for lengthy periods and reach with hands, arms and stoop. Will be required to attend field trips during the summer and vacation months. The employee may occasionally be required to physically lift up to 25 pounds.

Hours:
Monday – Friday 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. (after school)
Full-time (vacations and summer)
Deadline: N/A

Pay Rate:
$17.64 per hour

Please submit resume to:
Citizens For Citizens, Inc.
427 Robeson Street
Fall River, MA 02720
Attn: Eloise Carrier
eloise.carrier@cfcinc.org

Position Overview:
Direct care and supervision of school-age children (5-13 yrs of age)
Bus monitoring from school to program center

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
– Assist with the direct care of children in group (1:1 or small group)
– Prepare craft and sport supplies for group (only if children are assisting)
– Clean work space (i.e. tables, chairs, floor, chalkboard, etc.) (only if children are participating)
– To participate in group activities, individual student assignments and field trips
– Bus monitoring duties (Robeson Site)
– All other duties assigned at the discretion of the site supervisor

Requirements & Skills:
18 years of age
High school diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:
While performing duties of this position, the employee may occasionally be required to perform minimal physical duties such as stand, walk, sit for lengthy periods and reach with hands, arms and stoop. Will be required to attend field trips during the summer and vacation months. The employee may occasionally be required to physically lift up to 25 pounds.

Hours:
Monday – Friday 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. (after school)
Full-time (vacations and summer)
Deadline: N/A

Pay Rate:
$17.01 per hour

Please submit resume to:
Citizens For Citizens, Inc.
427 Robeson Street
Fall River, MA 02720
Attn: Eloise Carrier
eloise.carrier@cfcinc.org

Job Title: Site Coordinator Reports to: Director / Site Supervisor

Department: Childcare

Exempt________ Non-Exempt X _____

Position Overview:
Manage and direct children, staff, volunteers and aids in a school age setting.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
Directly responsible for managing disciplinary issues when needed and maintain student files and monthly
observations and six month observation reports. Will be responsible to maintain accurate daily attendance
and order supplies needed for daily operation. Employee will be responsible for directing staff meeting
and discuss and manage weekly planning and the execution of center activities and general functioning of
the program. Responsible to manage and oversee snack and meal sessions. Meet on a regular basis to
discuss and review program operations with the Director/School Age Site Supervisor. Employee will
handle and encourage parent contacts and concerns and attend parent meetings when deemed necessary.
Will need the ability to implement school age program goals and objectives in accordance with school age
standards and to implement first aid and health procedures. All other duties will be assessed at the
discretion of the Director/School Age Site Supervisor.

Qualifications & Skills:
Must be at least twenty years of age and meet one of the following education/experience requirements
– Have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education or related field and have six months experience
working with school age children or
– Have an associate’s degree in any field and have 9 months experience working with school age
children or
– Have a high school diploma and have one year experience working with school age children
– Knowledge of sports and arts and crafts activities
– Supervisory experience
– Must have a professional attitude consistent with school age education principles
– Must pass all background checks and fingerprint check
– Twenty hours per week during the school year and up to 35 hours per week during summer and
vacation months
– Meet all bi-annual physical/medical requirements required to EEC and CFC

Physical Requirements:
While performing duties of this position, the employee may occasionally be required to perform
minimal physical duties such as stand, walk, sit for lengthy periods and reach with hands, arms and
stoop. Will be required to attend field trips during the summer and vacation months. The employee
may occasionally be required to physically lift up to 25 pounds.

Please submit resume to:
Citizens For Citizens, Inc.
427 Robeson Street
Fall River, MA 02720
Attn: Eloise Carrier
eloise.carrier@cfcinc.org