Community Outreach and Enrollment Specialist

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Illinois Action for Children Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Early Learning Program Coordinator to join our team at Illinois Action for Children. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing referral relationships and service-delivery agreements between early learning programs, social service & health providers, faith-based and other organizations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Community Outreach and Engagement: Promote the importance of enrolling in quality Chicago Early Learning programs by making meaningful connections with community partners and families.
  • Program Development and Coordination: Provide education and information on Head Start Programs, Chicago Early Learning Programs, IDHS Child Care Assistance Program and other early learning program options.
  • Relationship Building and Maintenance: Serve as a point person for internal and external programs and providers, building and maintaining relationships with key community organizations and families.
  • Training and Technical Assistance: Provide training and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders based on current Chicago Early Learning enrollment policies and procedures.
  • Data Collection and Reporting: Collect data and prepare reports for internal/DFSS/CPS use and written consumer education materials.
Requirements
  • Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Early Childhood Education or related field with at least 18 credit hours of child development and two years work experience with direct childcare OR Associates degree or two years of college classes with a minimum of 60 credit hours in Social Services with at least 18 credit hours in child development with two years' work experience with direct childcare in which at least one year is in a child care resource and referral program.
  • Certifications and Licenses: Valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation and insurance required.
  • Skills and Abilities: Ability to work independently with a flexible schedule, which includes nights and/ weekends; able to present information effectively and respond to questions; ability to work well independently and as a team member; effective written and spoken communication; ability to relate to a variety of personalities and cultures; accurate record keeping skills; ability to travel locally; ability to attend and participate in required educational programs and staff meetings; available to attend outreach and community events.
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: $43,800 per year.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental and, vision insurance plans with a company contribution of 95% for single coverage; 401k with company match; generous PTO - first year-23 days, the second year-28 days, the third year and on - 35 days; 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday; Tuition Reimbursement; Flexible Spending Account; STD & LTD insurance; Company-paid Life Insurance.


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