Organization Overview:

Child Care Council of Nassau, Inc. (CCCN, hereafter) is a private, not-for-profit organization that has served the community since 1972. CCCN provides child care counseling and referrals to families, professional development, and technical assistance to active and potential providers, and offers services to employers interested in the child care needs of employees and their families. Through research and support of child care friendly public policy and development, CCCN serves as an informational resource and public voice for issues facing Nassau County's diverse communities.

Position Overview:

CCCN is the day care homes sponsor for over 300 home-based day care programs. The Child and Adult Care Food Program Specialist, Bilingual will act as a field monitor for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), a federal program that provides reimbursements for nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children and adults who are enrolled for care at participating child care centers, day care homes, and adult day care centers.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Maintain thorough knowledge of USDA and NYS Dept. of Health CACFP regulations, OCFS regulations, and CACFP computer programs Minute Menu and CIPS

· Perform all required visits to prospective or participating childcare homes in accordance with all applicable regulations and department policies for compliance

· Provide on and off-site technical assistance in adherence to Council policy to providers with follow up visits as needed

· Review provider monthly menu and claim forms for compliance

· Record and process all provider forms required by NYS Department of Health and Child Care Council, including data entry

· Assist in preparation of monthly reports and claims

· Participate and assist in yearly mandated CACFP trainings, prepare and keep current all materials for nutrition training, handouts and related activities

· Participate and assist in appropriate in-service training and agency events; attend outside meetings and conferences as directed

· Allow for flexibility with schedule and times needed for visits

· Additional tasks as required by supervisor

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent, college preferred

· Early childhood or nutrition experience preferred

· Bilingual in English and Spanish (verbal and written)

· Strong computer skills

· Ability to maintain client confidentiality

· Ability to work in a team

· Good organizational skills; ability to multi-task

· Strong interpersonal skills with experience dealing with diverse populations

· Valid NYS driver’s license

· Ability to work weekend and evening hours on occasion

Salary: $40,000/yr

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to hr@childcarenassau.org.