Employment Opportunities
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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.
Last Updated 9/29/2020
Youth Programs
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
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30 hrs. /wk. Seeking dynamic, experienced, organized workforce development professional to provide recruitment, eligibility verification, planning and supervision of internships and project-based learning, career advising, and group work-readiness training to youth.
Candidate must be reliable, engaging, professional, and have strong collaboration skills to work with multiple service providers. Prior experience working with individuals with barriers to employment strongly preferred. CORI, safe driving record, reliable car required. Travel throughout Hampshire County and Franklin County.
Excellent benefits—health, dental, retirement and paid time off. Strong team, positive work environment, excellent training. $17.13-$18.17 depending on qualifications.
Email a cover letter and resume to caad91021@communityaction.us
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Administration
FISCAL SPECIALIST
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Community Action is seeking a part-time Fiscal Specialist who will be responsible for assisting the Fiscal department. This includes a variety of tasks that support Payroll, A/P and Billing. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
Minimum qualifications High School or HS Equivalency and 4 years’ experience in a business office environment including experience using computer and/or database systems.
Located in Greenfield, 25 hours/wk, $16.00-$16.97 hr. Excellent employee benefits. Community Action is committed to a diverse workforce.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume (Word or PDF format only) to: caad334@communityaction.us Applications not considered without a cover letter.
Community Services Programs
GRANTS and BUSINESS MANAGER
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The Community Services Department is seeking a well-qualified Grants & Business Manager. The primary responsibilities include: manage a $4.2 million department budget which includes over 25 funding streams; work directly with the Department Director, Assistant Director and the Program Director of the Continuum of Care (CoC), and CPAV’s Fiscal Department to ensure compliance; and provide overall fiscal capacity, budget management, and grants coordination.
The ideal candidate will have a BA in Accounting or Finance, required; minimum of 4 years’ experience in grant and budget management, required; experience with non-profit organizations, fund accounting, and multiple funding sources, preferred; experience with State and Federal funding (especially HUD funding) and regulatory requirements, preferred; knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as they relate to non-profit organizations, preferred.
CAPV 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.
Located in Greenfield, the salary range is $50,600 - $53,684, 37.5 hrs/wk. This is an exempt position. Excellent benefit package. Screenings will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Please send cover letter and resume caad92320@communityaction.us with Grants & Budget Manager in the Subject Line. Resumes will not be considered without a cover letter.
RESOURCE ADVOCATE - 2 Positions
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Community Action Pioneer Valley seeks 2 energetic, highly organized individuals with excellent customer service skills to work with low-income individuals & families to answer our Information & Referral line, conduct over the phone comprehensive benefits screening, advocacy, and scheduling of appointments, and provide in person supportive services. In this position you will meet with people at various locations throughout our service area to do in-depth assessments of need using a strength based model, help with applications for and access to SNAP, health insurance, financial assistance and more, educate households about their budgets, develop plans of action to improve household stability and make connections to resources.
The ideal candidates will have a High School or HS Equivalency and five years’ experience in Human Service or related field or applicable work experience working with individuals and families that have low incomes; excellent computer skills; demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team; and, reliable access to transportation to travel throughout Hampshire and Franklin county. Bi-lingual (English-Spanish) preferred. 37.50hr/wk. Salary range $17.13 - $18.17. Bilingual differential available. Excellent benefit package. Screenings begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
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.
Please send cover letter and resume with Resource Advocate in the email subject line to: caad222@communityaction.us Applications not considered without a cover letter.
Energy Programs
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Family Support Programs
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Harmon Personnel
Harmon Personnel Services is an
Alternative Staffing Organization and a division of Community Action Pioneer Valley
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Head Start & Early Learning Programs
NEW!! ASSISTANT to the SITE SUPERVISOR (Amherst)
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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. 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.
HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START HOME BASED HOME VISITOR (Franklin County - Virtual Work Available)
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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: $17.13-$18.17. 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.
TEACHER PRESCHOOL (Turners Falls)
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Head Start program seeks preschool teacher for full day/full year classroom. Minimum AA in Early Childhood Education or related field, EEC certified. 37.50 hours a week/full year. Salary Range: $17.35-$18.32/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.
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: $14.10-$14.96.
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.
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 ASSISTANT (Northampton)
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Head Start program seeks preschool assistant whose duties include floating classroom work and a daily bus run. Excellent teacher: child ratios. EEC Preschool Teacher Certification preferred. 27.5 hours/week/full year. Salary Range $15.45 to $16.31/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.
TEACHER ASSISTANT (Amherst)
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Head Start program seeks preschool assistant whose duties include floating classroom work and a daily bus run. Excellent teacher: child ratios. EEC Preschool Teacher Certification preferred. 27.5 hours/week/full year. Salary Range $15.45 to $16.31/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.
WIC
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Youth Programs
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Click here to view job description.
30 hrs. /wk. Seeking dynamic, experienced, organized workforce development professional to provide recruitment, eligibility verification, planning and supervision of internships and project-based learning, career advising, and group work-readiness training to youth.
Candidate must be reliable, engaging, professional, and have strong collaboration skills to work with multiple service providers. Prior experience working with individuals with barriers to employment strongly preferred. CORI, safe driving record, reliable car required. Travel throughout Hampshire County and Franklin County.
Excellent benefits—health, dental, retirement and paid time off. Strong team, positive work environment, excellent training. $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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