Weekend Temporary Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

Job Type
Temporary
Description
POSITION TITLE: Health and Safety Specialist
STATUS: Non-Exempt; FT (Temporary)
GRADE: 2
DEPT: ECS
PROGRAM: CCR&R - CCAP
SALARY: $40K-$45K
SUPPORTED BY: PDM Director
SUMMARY: Assists in overseeing and directing the planning, organizing and implementation of health & safety support services for license exempt childcare providers that receive payment from the IDHS Child Care Assistance Program under the direction of the Program Design and Management Director.
COLLABORATES WITH: The Client Relations Specialist - CCR&R manages relationships with the Early Childhood staff, program members and other visitors to the center; other YWCA staff members; and community representatives.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Scheduling and conducting on-site visits to license exempt childcare providers to ensure that required health & safety trainings have been completed and tat practices are being implemented
2) Build and maintain strong relationships with license-exempt childcare providers
3) Promote, educate, and train providers on relevant topics as it pertains to health & safety
4) Ability to identify health & safety violations in the childcare environment
5) Corrects and/or coaches to ensure program is compliant with all relevant health & safety requirements
6) Gather and maintain statistical data, complete reports, prepare correspondence, and distribute information
7) Acts as community liaison for the agency
KEY DELIVERABLES:
• Complete a minimum of at least one on-site visit with all license-exempt providers within service delivery area per fiscal year
• Track and analyze data on training and health & safety intervention strategy results
• Develops and facilitates trainings for childcare providers, educators, and other social service sectors on health and safety related topics
NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate in administrative and program meetings, as appropriate.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Other duties outside of the responsibilities of the position may be assigned, whether for a project, special needs task or other assignment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of an Associate's degree in a relevant field such as child development, education, sociology, project management
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative skills, culturally competent, comfortable working with diverse cultural backgrounds
Effective oral and written communication skills
Thrives in an environment in which collaboration, partnership, and empowerment are key cultural elements
Flexible attitude, respectful, enthusiastic advocate who is eager to learn new things
Regular access to reliable vehicle, valid driver's license and auto insurance
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Ability to travel
Ability to pass criminal background check
Professional Training Required: A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of professional training related to Early Childhood and/or to the responsibilities of the position is required annually.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:
• Alignment on the key deliverables
• Coachability and openness to developmental feedback
• Establish and meet deadlines
• Prioritization of tasks
• Optimization of efficiency
• Strong understanding of programs and overall mission of the YWCA
• Complete ECE Level 1 Credential within first 90 days of employment with agency
• Must become an ITN trainer within 1 year of employment with agency
EDUCATION REQUIRED: A High School diploma, or GED, is required. An Associate's degree or progress toward completion of a degree is preferred.
CERTIFICATION(s) REQUIRED: NA
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment includes offices; members and visitors may visit with children. The noise level is usually moderate. Movement requirements include walking, stooping or kneeling. There may be a need to reach, lift or move objects, such as packages, supplies and computers. Normal (or corrected) vision range; ability to see color and to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols are necessary to the work, which may require close viewing. Occasionally may need to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Communication needs include seeing, hearing and speaking. While in the office, there will be periods of sitting, holding a telephone and using computers. Reasonable accommodations may be made for an incumbent to meet the essential responsibilities of the position.
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm. This position may require work on some evenings and weekends. Schedule can vary depending on the needs of the agency.
Salary Description
$40,000-$45,000/yr