Child Care Eligibility Specialist I
2 weeks ago
Full Time | Non-Exempt | Hourly | $28.01 | Benefits
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**About CDA**:
Child Development Associates, Inc. (CDA) provides families with the resources necessary to achieve self-sufficiency and thrive. Founded by Charlene Tressler in 1974, CDA has evolved from a one-classroom child development center serving 24 children, to a multi-service nonprofit organization serving children across 26 counties. Today, CDA stands as the fourth largest Alternative Payment Program provider in California and the largest sponsor of the Federal USDA Child Care Food Program in the state.
**Purpose of the Role**:
As a Child Care Eligibility Specialist (CES), you will manage a caseload of families in our Alternative Payment Program. Your duties include conducting eligibility interviews, enrolling families, processing changes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You'll build strong relationships, provide resources, and offer support throughout their journey.
**Who We're Looking For**:
We’re seeking passionate team members committed to making an impact on the lives of children and families in our communities. Do you possess exceptional interpersonal skills and a proven ability to cultivate positive relationships? Can you adapt seamlessly to evolving policies and procedures while maintaining confidentiality and discretion? If so, join our team at CDA
**Summary of Responsibilities**:
- Provide and explain in detail CDA’s childcare programs to parents who walk-in or call; educate on admission and/or continued eligibility requirements.
- Provide relevant and timely resource and referrals as needed.
- Conduct enrollment/recertification appointments; process eligibility status changes; maintain documentation and verification requirements.
- Request updated documentation for continual compliance, and process changes within timelines via correspondence, computer updates, personal inquiries and verifications.
- Track and monitor eligibility and status on families receiving childcare services; submit reports as needed.
- Calculate income and determine family fees, following up on all changes as needed.
- Initiate prompt and professional responses to clients, co-workers, and other individuals while delivering timely services; continually prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met.
- Maintain organization of family files to create an accurate paper trail showing eligibility for childcare services provided.
- Participate in on-site and off-site learning opportunities such as workshops, conferences, staff meetings and trainings.
**Position Requirements**
- Education, training and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
- Must have strong clerical, administrative and computer skills
- Valid auto registration and insurance. Position may require occasional driving to and from locations to meet with parents and/or for the purpose of training
**Preferred Qualifications**:
- Associate degree in administration, human services, business, social work and/or related a plus.
- One to two years’ experience, education and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bilingual/Spanish preferred (based on office needs).
**Work Schedule**: Full-time, Monday—Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. However, may require evening and weekend hours based on the needs of the program. **Office/Remote (hybrid) options available after training has been completed.**
**Benefits**:
- Medical | Dental | Vision - 80% paid by employer in first year (100% paid by employer after year one)
- Trainings and Staff Development
- Flexible Spending Account
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Legal Service Plans Available
- Paid holidays, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time - Up to 5 days’ vacation after 3 years, and up to 15 days after 10 years of employment
- Long - term disability
- Group and Voluntary Life insurance plan
- Annual Employer contribution plan and Employee 401(k) contribution
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