ECEAP Family Support Specialist/Classroom Support

JOB D ESCRIPTION TITLE : ECEAP Family Support Specialist /Classroom support DEPARTMENT : Early Learning Center REPORTS TO: FLSA: SALARY: ELC Office Supervisor Non-Ex empt $35,630 - $38,480 POSITION S UMMARY : This dual position w ill work cl osely with their direct supervisor on a daily basis; along with keeping contact with ESD contractor representative . The main responsibilities of t he ECEAP Family Support Sp ecialist will would be recruitme nt, enrollment a nd referral to meet the needs o f all children a nd families within t he ECEAP program. T he main r esponsibilities a s the Classroom s upport include r elievin g ECEAP teachers fo r breaks and substitut e as needed . PRINCIPAL DUTIES A ND R ESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Represent s Heritage University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients,suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and othercustomers of our services, lear ns and uses operating practices of the department and Heritage University.2. Upholds the Heritage University Mission Statement.3. Handles confident ial information with tact, discretion and in compliance with FERPA regulations.4. Conduct ongoing child and family recruitment in partnership with community partners and in compliance with interagencyrecruitment agreements.5. Complete enrollment that includes the collection of health, nutrition, and family support needs.6. Incorporate family sup port principles in all work to focus on parent and family strengths.7. Promote parent involvement in all aspects of the program including home visits, parent meetings and classroom activities.8. Ensure that a Parent Policy Council and Health Advisory Comm ittee are established and maintained.9. Organize and attend monthly parent night activities.10. Establish and maintain up- to-date files .11. Ass ist with the preparation of reports and compiling data, review reports for accuracy, and file and/or route reports andrecords.12. Perform routine functions, including organizing and maintaining files, and responding to telephone calls.13. Maintain p rogram calendar and staffing schedule.14. Take initiative, with minimal instruction, to format, pr oduc e and distribute workshop, meeting and/or conferencematerials.15. Work directly with supervisors to make sure time is properly allocated to the assigned programs. Work cooperatively withother staff members. 16.Performs other functions as necess ary or as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIEN CE: • An associates degree or higher with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits of adult education, human development,human services, family support, social wo rk, early childhood education, child development, psychology, or another fielddirectly related to job responsibilities.• Spanish language skills• Knowle dge and experience with telephone etiquette• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of s taff• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize and follow through on tasks• Knowledge of the county and its resources• Good verbal and written communication skills• Ability to operate computers and knowledge of various software programs• Strong organizational skills• Ability to type with accuracy• Ability to organize, prioritize and follow through on a variety of tasks and assignments• Work in an office, home visiting and community environment. Spend a designated amount of time each week in apreschool classroom setting• Be able to lif t fifty pounds• Be able to perform stationary, routine and repetitive functions for extended periods• Transpo rtation and a willingness to travel are necessary• Successful completion of a crimin al records and fingerprint background check• Have a valid driver's license and private transportation• Participation in a minimum of 15 hours of trainin g a year beyond individual mentoringBENEFIT PACKAGE (benefit eligible is at least .75 FTE) : • Health Benefits - medical, dental, and vision• No cost l ife insurance.• Paid Ti me Off• 21 Paid Holidays• Matching 403( b) Contribution after a year of service.• Tuition Waiver Program• Additional plans are available for purchase. This i ncludes AFLAC a nd additional l ife & ADD insurance.• Many other e mployee engagement programs.APPLICATION INF ORMATION AND DEADLINE : Applicat ions should include the following : • Cover letter ( please address all position qualifications - required and preferred )• Resume• List of Referenc es (names, email addresses & phone n umbe rs of 3 -5 current professional references)• HU Employment Application Link: Employment ApplicationReview of a pplications will begin immediately and w ill continue until the p osition i s filled . Position is subject to funding . Qualified candidates m ay submit application m aterial to: Human Resources@heritage.edu or H eritage University O ffice of Human R esources 3240 Fort Road T oppenish, WA 98948 Herit age University is a n equal opportunity/equal access/affirmati ve action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and compl ies with all Federal and State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non- discrimination and affirmative ac tion.