Early Childhood Education - Standards and Support Specialist 

Job description:

Child Care Resources of Rockland, Inc. (CCRR), the regulatory contract agency for Licensed Child Care Programs in Rockland County, New York, is seeking an Early Childhood Education - Standards and Support Specialist to help ensure child care programs are in compliance with current legislation and regulations. The specialist will work collaboratively with CCRR staff, child care program directors, and other agencies in the Child Care Sector.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site visits to monitor and encourage compliance with applicable regulations/guidelines and provide onsite technical assistance.
• Initiate, process, maintain, and follow up on all program paperwork and database documentation.
• Provide bilingual support, training, and technical assistance as needed.
• Prepare and present professional development seminars.
• Participate in agency events, community engagement, and visibilities as required.
• Prepare reports and contribute content for professional development or newsletters.
• Participate in internal meetings and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required:

• A Bachelor’s or Associates Degree with at least two years’ experience in early childhood education, child care, childhood development, or related field. Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA) a plus.
• 2-3 years of experience in a child care setting.
• Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle; must be able to travel within the tri-state area.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google applications is required.

Desired:

• Knowledge of Office of Children and Family Services regulations; NYS Early Learning Standards, Core Body of Knowledge, and OCFS Core Competencies.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking.
• Database experience.
• Spanish, French, or Yiddish speaking is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Question(s):

• Do you have experience working in a child care program or with child care providers?
   
• Are you familiar with New York State Child Care Regulations?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Orangeburg, NY 10962 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Nurse (RN, NP) - Health Care Consultant

Overview:

***New Graduate Nurses Welcome***

Child Care Resources of Rockland, Inc. is seeking a Nurse (RN, NP) - Health Care Consultant to ensure the effective and efficient process by which Child Care Providers qualify for licensure for medication administration. This includes Medication Administration Training (MAT), review and approval of the child care program's health care plan, approval of the health care plan, instruction and monitoring of program's adherence to the health care plan, verification of staff qualifications to administer medication, ensuring compliance with in New York State Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) regulations. The Health Care Consultant provides technical assistance, workshops, and training to programs and providers on health care plan topics and best practices in child care health. The incumbent will work collaboratively with CCRR staff and other agencies while supporting the goals and endeavors of the Agency.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure all Child Care Resources of Rockland and NYS Office of Children and Family Services and Rockland County contract responsibilities are met, including paperwork, visits, complaints/violations, and data entry in a timely manner.

2. Guide programs and providers on maintaining compliance with OCFS regulations and health care requirements.

3. Conduct required visits and maintain ongoing contact with providers through face-to-face, phone, mail, and email communication.

4. Coordinate and conduct MAT training, including scheduling, promotion, and maintenance of materials.

5. Review and record immunizations and required health documentation for participating programs.

6. Provide reports, statistics, and information to the Agency and outside agencies.

7. Participate in agency events such as the CCRR Annual Meeting, community events, visibilities, and other activities as assigned.

8. Collaborate with CCRR staff, OCFS, and other regulatory or governmental agencies.

Qualifications:

1. Current valid New York State License as a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Registered Nurse (RN).

2. Successful completion of Medication Administration Training for Trainers.

3. Three years’ experience related to community health, pediatrics, infection control, occupational health and safety, or advocacy preferred.

4. Strong writing skills: technical and expository.

5. Knowledge of Office of Children and Family Services regulations, and Head Start Performance Standards preferred.

6. Strong computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

7. Current CPR certification and First Aid certification preferred.

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:
Employee discount

Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person