Community Action Council

Head Start Center Manager

Community Action Council  •  Springfield, MO (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

JOB PURPOSE: Ensures that the mission and vision of the Central Kentucky Head Start early childhood education program and related services are communicated and translated into daily operations in the Centers.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  • Supervises and evaluates center staff in coordination with Content Managers.
  • Possesses and applies knowledge of current Head Start Performance Standards and agency Policies and Procedures.
  • Coordinates and monitors childcare licensing and quality assurance accreditation processes.
  • Coordinates and monitors all service delivery areas and provides follow-up.
  • Ensures user rights are assigned for agency systems as appropriate.
  • Collects, analyzes, organizes, and reports accurate information.
  • Demonstrates and promotes positive parent-staff partnerships.
  • Ensures a positive and productive work environment is maintained.
  • Ensures quality services are provided by knowledgeable, prepared staff.
  • Promotes community awareness of positive outcomes of the early childhood education program.
  • Ensures effective communication and marketing through a variety of media opportunities.
  • Establishes collaborations and fosters a positive image through interaction with community stakeholders and organizations.
  • Ensures that agency resources are maximized and utilized using sound financial practices and safeguarding of agency property.
  • Maintains confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and according to local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Meets deadlines and performs daily routine tasks with minimal supervision.
  • All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Experience working in a supervisory role.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Possess proficient knowledge of and ability to use communication tools (i.e. telephone system, email, fax, etc.)
  • Ability to work well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Ability to meet physical demands.
  • Reliable transportation (required)
  • Background check/drug screen.

SCHEDULE:
  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Associates in related field (required)
  • Bachelor’s (preferred)
Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Community Action Council

About Community Action Council

Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison, and Nicholas Counties, Inc. works to address the causes and conditions of poverty locally.

As the designated community action agency for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas counties, we create opportunities for individuals and families that assist them in becoming self-sufficient. To that end, the Council focuses its resources on child and youth development, family development (including social and economic self-sufficiency), employment strategies, health, transportation, safety net (emergency) services, housing services, economic development, technology, and volunteerism.

As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the War on Poverty, we are pleased with the many accomplishments we have garnered, while openly cognizant of the challenges before us. Remaining informed of our purpose helps ensure that everything we do has the explicit goal of helping to move someone out of poverty and creating a livable community for all.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Lexington, Kentucky
Year Founded
1965
Website
ckcac.org
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