Child Care Nutrition Monitoring Specialist

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington

Richland, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$21 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Childcare, Coaching, Computer Skills, Contact Management, Corrective Action, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Flexible Spending Accounts, High School Diploma, Legal, Liability Insurance, Licensing Compliance, Life Insurance, Multilingual, Nutrition Therapy, Physical Demands, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Spanish Language, Team Player, Time Management, Vehicle Driving, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Richland, WA
POSTED
21 days ago

Description

This position will conduct in home or in center monitoring visits for childcare providers and childcare centers. All monitoring forms will need to be submitted to central office.

Responsibilities:

  • Traveling within an assigned area throughout Washington
  • Enroll new providers
  • Carry out timely 30-day training visits
  • Maintain phone contact and written letters to perspective providers and centers
  • Monitor participating provider homes as well as childcare centers as requested by manager
  • Determine the quantity and quality of meals served
  • Determine if meals served are eligible and served under sanitary conditions
  • Inspect and evaluate all pertinent attendance records, menus, and meal counts
  • Give required assistance to providers and centers
  • Determine appropriate corrective actions and follow-up
  • Provide a completed monitor report to Program Manager
  • Staff with Program Manager observations which may be out of compliance with license regulations
  • Participate in regular supervision, according to agency policy
  • Travel could be up to 75% of the job

Perform other duties as assigned


Qualifications

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of these requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

Physical Requirements:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, hearing and adequate vision to be able to operate an automobile and perform for the job duties on a regular basis. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • College coursework in Early Childhood Education, preferred

Experience

  • Child Care Experience

Special Skills

  • Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills
  • Ability to work individually and as a team member
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

Licensure, Registration, Certification

  • Valid Washington State driver's license and minimum required liability insurance for WA State
  • Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities' liability insurance provider

Employment is conditional upon:

  • Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am to 4pm; flexibility is required to meet the needs of the community. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be necessary.

Wage Range: $18 - $21, depending on experience

Benefits:

  • 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
  • Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
  • Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
  • Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
  • Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
  • Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
  • Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
  • Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
  • Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment
  • 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
  • Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
  • Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
  • Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
  • Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
  • Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
  • Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
  • Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
  • Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment


It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.

Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply! Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being, and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Questions or concerns? Contact recruiting@catholiccharitiescw.org, we'd be happy to connect!You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need

About the Company

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Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington