Careers

OFFICIAL POSITION TITLE: CHILD CARE NAVIGATOR SPECIALIST

Must be Bilingual English/Spanish

Primary duties: The Child Care Navigator Specialist is responsible for providing guidance and coordination of placement of children into emergency child care services in accordance with the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program. The Specialist will assist in the development, coordination, and facilitation of consumer education activities for parents, and the community.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree preferred; or Associate of Arts Degree in related fields of early childhood education, human services, social work, psychology with relevant work experience;

Minimum of three years relevant experience working with children and families, including working with children ages birth to five years;

Must be Bilingual – as required to meet the needs of population served;

Knowledge of the California child development programs; the child care delivery system; and Community Care Licensing;

Ability to understand needs of child and caregiver to provide adequate placement into child care services;

Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with diverse client populations.

Previous experience that demonstrates effective problem-solving and decision-making skills and ability to work autonomously with multiple sites.

Strong effective written and verbal communication, and presentation skills

Must show proof of a valid California Driver's License, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance.

Must provide verification of a valid TB clearance within the last two years of employment; Current First Aid/CPR Certification; must successfully pass the Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal background check prior to first day of employment.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsor-ships are available for these positions.

EOE