Employment Opportunities
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Last Updated 7/14/2020
Head Start and Early Learning Programs
ASSISTANT TO THE SITE SUPERVISOR (Northampton)
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Early Education and Care program is seeking an administrative professional to provide essential administrative assistance to Supervisor of large Head Start Site.
Must be exceptionally organized and able to prioritize tasks, take initiative, be flexible, and be able to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment. Must demonstrate sound professional judgment and discretion, with excellent problem solving and oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Publisher). High School Diploma and 2 years related experience, or Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, or Education required. Degree and familiarity and work experience in early childhood setting preferred.
Position is 30 hours per week with full benefits. Ongoing training and professional development, supervision, collaborative work environment. Salary range is $15.06-$15.97 per hour.
Send Cover Letter and Resume (Word or PDF only) to hselpad224@communityaction.us include the position and location you are interested in on the email subject line.
This is just one of many openings
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Administration
FACILITIES ASSOCIATE
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Full time position in Franklin and Hampshire County. Responsible for the general maintenance and/or minor repairs to all agency facilities, grounds, and equipment. Coordinate and assist work of the Facilities Assistants.
Must be able to work intuitively and independently as part of the Facilities team, able to be flexible to complete work based on program needs and schedule. Good skill in use of hand and power tools, general maintenance skills and excellent customer service skills required. Travel required. Flexible hours with occasional evenings and weekends. Hourly rate is $17.13 to $18.17. Excellent benefits.
Please email letter of interest and resume to caad819@communityaction.us
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Community Services Programs
COMMUNITY RESOURCES and ADVOCACY
PROGRAM SPECIALIST
(internal candidates only please)
Deadline for submission by July 22nd
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Community Action Pioneer Valley is seeking a Program Specialist for the Community Resources & Advocacy program to support the Program Coordinator with day-to-day operations of the program, including managing referral process for clients received through ACO program, training staff on new protocols and procedures, preparing updated application materials and program guidelines and distributing to staff, completing required data entry and data quality reporting, and supporting Resource Advocate staff.
Knowledge of Franklin, Hampshire & N. Quabbin region agencies and resources preferred. Required travel regularly throughout the service area. Community Action is committed to a diverse workforce.
Qualified bi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Pay range $18.17 - $19.28/hour. Bilingual differential offered.
Please email cover letter and resume to: caad222@communityaction.us
ENERGY TECHNICIAN 2
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Community Action Pioneer Valley is seeking a residential Energy Auditor to work with clients throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties. Knowledge of home energy and heating systems required. Office is in Greenfield, very frequent travel throughout service area. BPI or other energy efficiency related certification a plus. Independent, fast-paced position: work with a diverse group of income eligible clients, coordinate work with private contractors.
Community Action is committed to building a diverse workforce.
Qualified multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Pay range $ 46,322 - $ 49,160 per year.
Please email cover letter and resume to caad0131@communityaction.us
Family Support Programs
HEALTHY FAMILIES HOME VISITOR
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We are seeking 1 – 2 hard-working and compassionate people to join the Franklin County/North Quabbin Healthy Families team.
This family support and coaching program serves pregnant and parenting teens and their babies. Home Visitors provide intensive family support by completing assessments, developing goal plans, providing referrals and educating parents on child development & positive parenting. (Currently we are offering services virtually but will return to home-based services when safe to do so).
Experience serving families with infants and toddlers and working with diverse populations required. Daily travel throughout Franklin Co and No. Quabbin regions - Reliable transportation required. Extensive web-based and paper documentation. Must be able to work independently, be flexible with schedule & demonstrate excellent problem-solving. Minimum of H.S. diploma or equivalent. Bilingual/Bi-cultural preferred Previous experience with home-visiting or parenting a plus!
Hourly pay range $17.13 - - $18.17 depending on experience and education. Office location in Greenfield, MA.Hourly pay range $17.13 - - $18.17 depending on experience and education. Office location in Greenfield, MA.
Excellent training, supervision and employee benefits. Community Action is committed to a diverse workforce.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume (Word or PDF format only) to: caad250@communityaction.us Applications not considered without a cover letter.
Harmon Personnel
Harmon Personnel Services is an
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Head Start & Early Learning Programs
ASSISTANT TO THE SITE SUPERVISOR (Northampton)
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Early Education and Care program is seeking an administrative professional to provide essential administrative assistance to Supervisor of large Head Start Site.
Must be exceptionally organized and able to prioritize tasks, take initiative, be flexible, and be able to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment. Must demonstrate sound professional judgment and discretion, with excellent problem solving and oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Publisher). High School Diploma and 2 years related experience, or Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, or Education required. Degree and familiarity and work experience in early childhood setting preferred.
Position is 30 hours per week with full benefits. Ongoing training and professional development, supervision, collaborative work environment. Salary range is $15.06-$15.97 per hour.
Send Cover Letter and Resume (Word or PDF only) to hselpad224@communityaction.us include the position and location you are interested in on the email subject line.
COOK (North Orange)
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Community Action Head Start & Early Learning Programs has a unique opportunity for a food service professional. The successful candidate must be highly motivated and have a passion for cooking for children, including preparing nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks for preschool aged children.
Preferred qualifications are High School diploma or GED and 5 years food preparation experience in a food service setting. Minimum qualifications require High School diploma or GED and 1 year related cooking experience in a food service setting. Must have current Servsafe Certification and Allergen Awareness Training. Must have a good driving record. 25 hours per week. Pay range: $13.75-$14.59.
Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative environment. Employment contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, including: CORI, DCF, SORI and fingerprint-based checks.
To apply, email cover letter and resume in standard format, such as MS Word or PDF, to the Health Manager at hselpad1219@communityaction.us with COOK- NORTH ORANGE in the subject line.
FAMILY ADVOCATE 2 (Northampton)
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Head Start & Early Learning Program has a unique opportunity for a social service professional to make a meaningful difference working with families! The successful candidate must be highly motivated, results driven and detail oriented, with excellent communication, data entry, and time management skills.
The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in Human Services or related field, 5 years of experience in Human Services, and 3 years case management experience and familiarity with Head Start. Minimum qualifications are an Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field, 2 years of experience Human Services and 1 year case management experience. Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. 40 hours per week full year. Pay range: $17.13 to $18.17/hr. Excellent benefits, training, supervision, and collaborative work environment.
Please email cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format with FAMILY ADVOCATE 2 POSITION in title to: caad303@communityaction.us
FAMILY SERVICES ASSISTANT (Northampton)
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Head Start & Early Learning Programs has a unique opportunity for a motivated professional to join our Family Services team! The successful candidate must be exceptionally organized, detail oriented with excellent communication and data entry skills, and be able to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred qualifications is an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Services or related field and 3 years’ experience in an office setting and familiarity with Head Start. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. 35 hours per week/ school year. Pay range: $14.10 - $14.96/hr. Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment.
Please email cover letter and resume with FAMILY SERVICES ASSISTANT in title to: caad303@communityaction.us Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.
HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START HOME BASED HOME VISITOR (Turners Falls)
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Head Start & Early Learning Programs has a unique opportunity for a passionate Home Visitor. The successful candidate must be motivated, results driven and detail oriented, with excellent communication, data entry, and time management skills and be able to plan and implement engaging and effective home-based early educational learning experiences.
Minimum qualifications are an Associate’s degree in ECE or Human Services (w/ related ECE course work), 2 years’ experience in Early Childhood Education and 1-year case management experience. BA level and Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. 37.5 hours per week. Pay range: $16.79-$17.81. Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment.
Please email cover letter and resume with Home Based Home Visitor in title to: caad303@communityaction.us Include the position and location you are interested in on the email subject line.
ANTICIPATED OPENING:
FAMILY SERVICES SUPERVISOR For Home Based
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Head Start & Early Learning Programs has a unique opportunity for a Family Services Supervisor. The Family Services Supervisor oversees Home Visitors in the Home Based option to ensure high quality early educational experiences in the home-based setting, case management, file and data integrity, collaboration and family engagement according to regulation and program goals.
The successful candidate must be motivated, results driven and detail oriented, be computer literate, and demonstrate excellent time management, analytical, oral and written communication skills. Candidate must be confident, demonstrate excellent professional judgment, and have the ability to make sound decisions. Experience in early childhood education and reflective practice preferred. Minimum qualifications are BA/BS in Human Services or related field, 2 years of case management experience, and 1 year of supervisory experience or training in supervision OR Associate degree in Human Services or related field, 5 years of case management experience, and 1 year of supervisory experience or training in supervision. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. Pay range: $22.39-$23.75. 37.5 hours per week. Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment.
Please email cover letter and resume with FAMILY SERVICES SUPERVISOR in title to: caad303@communityaction.us
DATA & PLANNING COORDINATOR
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Community Action’s Head Start & Early Learning Programs is seeking a Data & Planning Coordinator who is a curious and analytical thinker with a passion for improving systems and making a meaningful contribution to an early childhood education program that serves low-income infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families.
Primary responsibilities include providing technical assistance on the Head Start early childhood database, developing systems to ensure data integrity, gathering data on community needs to assist with program planning, leading trainings, and designing a variety of materials to support program functions.
This position plays an essential role in supporting program excellence and implementing the strategic vision of our large early childhood education program. The candidate must demonstrate excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and computer skills (especially with Excel).
Highly collaborative work environment, excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development. Salary range $16.79 to $17.81 per hour/35 hrs week (full time).
Please submit a cover letter and resume to hselpad419@communityaction.us - applications without cover letters will not be considered.
TEACHER PRESCHOOL (North Amherst)
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Head Start program seeks preschool teacher for part day classroom, anticipated start, fall 2020. Minimum AA in Early Childhood Education or related field, EEC certified. 32.50 hours a week/school year. Salary Range: $16.00-$16.97/hour.
Qualified multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment.
Send Cover Letter and Resume (Word or PDF only) to hselpad224@communityaction.us include the position and location you are interested in on the email subject line.
TEACHER PRESCHOOL (Westfield)
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Head Start program seeks preschool teacher for part day classroom, anticipated start, fall 2020. Minimum AA in Early Childhood Education or related field, EEC certified. 30 hours a week/school year. Salary Range: $16.00-$16.97/hour.
Qualified multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment.
Send Cover Letter and Resume (Word or PDF only) to hselpad224@communityaction.us include the position and location you are interested in on the email subject line.
Anticipated Opening!
TEACHER ASSISTANT INFANT TODDLER (Amherst)
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Head Start program seeks infant toddler assistant. Excellent teacher: child ratios. EEC Infant Toddler Teacher certification preferred. 37.50 hours/week/full year. Salary range $14.85-$15.53/hour (includes full year differential)
Qualified multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Excellent benefits, training, supervision and collaborative work environment.
Send Cover Letter and Resume (Word or PDF only) to hselpad224@communityaction.us include the position and location you are interested in on the email subject line.
SUBSTITUTES
(Franklin, Hampshire & West Hampden counties)
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Head Start program seeks enthusiastic substitutes and temporary 1:1 educators who are interested in gaining experience in the field of early childhood education. Minimum qualifications include having some experience with children 0-5, with EEC certification preferred. Salary range: $12.75-14.00.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to hselpad224@communityaction.us Write “substitute” in the subject line.
SUBSTITUTE COOK
A Head Start Preschool is looking for a reliable individual with a High School Diploma or GED and 2 years cooking experience. Must be Serv-Safe certified. Kitchens are in Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden Co. This individual must have flexibility in schedule and be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Job will include all aspects of cooking/serving and cleanup.
Pay rate is $13.25/hour. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory Early Education & Care Background Record Check (BRC) investigation.
Please send letter of interest and resume to hselpad1219@communityaction.us with "Substitute Cook" in the subject line.
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Youth Programs
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
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20 hrs. /wk part-time. Seeking experienced, organized individual to provide health relationship/violence prevention programming within high school community. Positive Youth development and Trauma informed care skills a must! Experience working with diverse youth including LGBTQ+ youth, youth of color and youth with trauma preferred.
CORI, safe driving record, reliable car required. Travel throughout our service area is possible.
Strong team, positive work environment, excellent training. Salary range $17.13-$18.17 depending on qualifications.
Email a cover letter and resume to caad91021@communityaction.us
Community Action Pioneer Valley seeks to develop a diverse workforce and create an inclusive work environment. People from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender expressions, and lived experiences are encouraged to apply for all positions we post.
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