Crystal Stairs Early Head Start Child Development Specialist OpeningCrystal Stairs is one of the largest private non-profit child development corporations in the State of California. We help families locate affordable and appropriate childcare through a variety of services, working with childcare providers, educators, advocates, and community members to positively impact the lives of more than 30,000 children each year.We are looking for a dedicated and community minded EHS Child Development Specialist to provide high quality services to our Family Child Care Home (FCCH) Programs and service children from birth to kindergarten age.Candidates must be able to ensure all comprehensive Head Start services are integrated with the FCCH and approach the families’ needs holistically ensuring full integration of health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, parent involvement and social services. Success in this role will rely heavily upon the candidate’s knowledge of adult learning principles, and having or quickly developing a workable knowledge of regulatory agencies and the role they play in Head Start and Early Head Start.A BA degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Human Development or a related field with knowledge of child development from birth to 3 is the educational requirement for this role. The applicants must also either carry a California Commission of Teachers Teacher Permit or be eligible to obtain. Strong computer skills, the ability to adapt, a minimum of two years (2) experience in a state funded child care program and supporting and empowering families is a necessity.The EHS Child Development Specialist is required to:*
Responsible to provide Early Head Start services to a minimum of 12 children in a FCCH setting* Identify/collect and provide resource materials regarding local services available to families* Engage families in goal setting process and support decisions that will improve the conditions and quality of life for all family members* Workable knowledge of assessment tools including but not limited to DRDP’s and Individual Development Plans or any other goal setting process* Establish trusting and culturally responsible relationships with FCCH providers and work with each family to ensure that child(ren) meet all the start Well Child standardsSpecial Requirements* Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid California Driver License in good standing with DMV required; current liability insurance* Must meet State health requirements to include passing a physical examination as condition of employment, Live Scan, TB clearance and required vaccinations.Thank you for your interest in Crystal Stairs, Inc. Only candidates that meet the criteria outlined above will be contacted.Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.For more information about Crystal Stairs, Inc. please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org