Location: Alliance, NE, US

OUR PROMISE:  Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live.  We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.   

VISION

Communities where everyone has an opportunity for a successful life.

MISSION

The Mission Statement of the Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska is to provide quality services and promote learning opportunities to improve nurture the health and well-being of Western Nebraska communities.

KEY BELIEFS

• Integrity—We treat all people with dignity and respect.
• Compassion—We believe working compassionately with people enriches all.
• Inclusion—We are inclusive and advocate for diversity.
• Collaboration—We believe working in partnerships strengthens communities; we seek mutually beneficial partnerships that advance a common mission.
• Innovation—We embrace opportunities to learn, grow and make wise choices.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

● Health ● Dental ● Vision ● Health Savings Account (HSA) ● Flex Plan ● 401k ● Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance ● Ten Paid Holidays ● PTO ● Extended Illness (EIB) ● Employee Assistance Program ● Aflac ● Community Discounts ● Potential for Incentive Pay ●

*Employment is contingent upon successfully completing our onboarding requirements, including, but not limited to, criminal background checks, drug screenings, Department of Health and Human Services background checks, and other relevant background checks and background information. 

Head Start Site Manager

Seasonal, Full-time, Monday-Friday, Alliance, NE

Hiring Bonus Offered!

Areas of Responsibility: Manage the Migrant Head Start facility ensuring Head Start objectives are implemented in accordance with Dept. of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Head Start Performance Standards and Nebraska State Licensing Regulations.

Major Duties:

1. Develop daily staff schedules, ensure child/adult ratios are met; approve and track timesheets and leave requests; supervises janitorial and floating classroom staff.
2. Ensure safe, healthy, and welcoming environment.
3. Monitor and provide technical assistance to site staff to ensure state licensing and federal requirements are met.  
4. Ensure well-managed program that supports regular communication, program documentation and team goals.
5. Ensure facility’s effective use and maintenance of materials, supplies, equipment, facilities, and grounds; purchase and inventory supplies; submit work requests for necessary repairs.
6. Ensure a smooth coordination of all center activities and all programs involved in the center and facilitate site meetings.
7. Be a liaison between site team and management team and community.
8. Maintain standards of confidentiality regarding children, program, staff, and families.
9. Provide a supportive and positive atmosphere for children and families and staff, model positive regard for the program and advocate for children and families in the community.
10. As a CAPWN team member, dedicate your energy to providing high quality, value-added customer service and care to our clients.  Embrace the CAPWN Standards of Behavior, practicing integrity, strong communication and respect for leaders and peers.  Engage with the team and commit to improving and nurturing the health and well-being of the individuals in the communities we serve
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• On-site 90%
• Off-site training, meetings, and community interactions 10%.
• Work is frequently stressful and requires the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Occasional out-of-town travel for training.
• Will work some evenings and weekend meetings and training.

Physical Requirements:

• Must complete health physical upon entry to program and yearly health screenings.
• Must complete TB titer and DTAP vaccination or show proof of completion.
• Must be able to move about, getting up and down from floor play with children.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Physically able to perform job.

Minimum Qualifications:

Grade: 15

1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. One year of management/supervision of three (3) or more employees.
3. Requires proficient level of communication skills oral and written, teamwork and managing conflict, as well as the ability to prioritize or organize own job responsibilities.
4. Experience in working with families from various ethnic backgrounds is preferred.
5. Basic computer experience with using Microsoft Office.
6. Age 21 or over.
7. Valid driver’s license with good driving record and insured vehicle.
8. Current Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid CPR AED card or must be able to acquire within three months.
9. Complete 12 contact hours of education annually in subject matter related to position.

 Grade: 16

1. Meet the minimum qualifications above;
2. Three years’ experience in management/supervision or AA degree in early childhood, business management or a related field.

 Grade: 17

1. Meet the minimum qualifications. 
2. Five years’ experience in management/supervision or specialized training. 

1. Meet the minimum qualifications above;
2. BA/BS degree in early childhood, business management or a related field or five year's experience in management/supervision or specialized training.

"We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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