Crystal Stairs, Inc.\n

Improving the Lives of Families through\n

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy\n
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Head Start - Child and Adult Care Food Program Specialist\n
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We are seeking a CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) Specialist who under supervision of the Health Services Manager, ensures nutrition services are provided in accordance with State and Federal guidelines. The CACFP Specialist is responsible for tracking and record keeping of nutrition and food services; meal orders, meal deliveries\/received, invoices, meal claiming and monitoring. The ideal candidate will also have the following responsibilities:\n\nEstablishes policies and procedures for the nutrition portion of the program with parents and staff that support the effective implementation of nutrition services.\nDevelops and implements internal policies and procedures related to food services and handling at the sites.\nDevelops and implements a plan and system of continuous monitoring and evaluation of activities within the program. Keeps complete records and documentation of all contacts.\nAssists in overseeing the procurement of the purchasing of all food products and commodities for the program.\nAssists in developing the scope of nutrition related contracts and works closely with various vendors.\nProduces reports monthly on the status of food services and meal claiming.\nParticipates in quarterly health and sanitation inspections of the food service facilities.\nMonitors and maintains a schedule that ensures that food is prepared and distributed to the various sites in an efficient and timely manner.\nConducts quarterly CACFP monitoring of all centers.\n\n
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EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:\n\nAssociate's Degree in early childhood education, nutrition or related field. Any related combination of training and\/or experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered.\nOne (1) year of experience in CACFP within Head Start and working knowledge of local community resources related to nutrition services; experience in child health and nutrition services, desirable.\nDetailed record keeping and excellent communication, computer\/database & keyboarding skills; data entry.\nKnowledge of Child and Adult Care Food Program Regulations, Child Care Licensing Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards; in addition to best practices related to education and early childhood development, staffing and program options.\n\n
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:\n\nMust possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance.\nMust meet State health requirements including passing a physical examination as a condition of employment.\nMust provide verification of a TB clearance and immunization clearances at the time of employment.\nMandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate, which employee is responsible to maintain for the duration of their employment with Head Start.\nFingerprints must be on file with the Justice Department.\nThis position is identified as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse.\n\n
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Total Package of Benefits\n\nMedical\/ Dental\/ Vision - 95% Agency Paid!\n401k Matching Options\nFlex Spending\nPre-paid Legal Services\nSick and Vacation Time\nPaid Holidays and Winter Break\nOpportunity for Growth and Development\nRobust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM\n\n
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Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.\n