ERSEA Manager

At SCMCAA, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ERSEA Manager to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance (ERSEA) processes in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) 1302 Subpart A.

• Plan and lead staff to participate in ERSEA activities and procedures.
• Coordinate the selection of children for participation in the program, using criteria established and approved by the Policy Council and Board of Directors in accordance with the Head Start Act Section 642.
• Assist the Policy Council and Executive Board in developing eligibility selection criteria and ensure approval by PC and Board.
• Lead staff in recruitment activities to maintain full enrollment, including an identified 10% wait list throughout the program year.
• Responsible for certifying and cross-training designated staff to certify the eligibility of all children enrolled in the program.
• Report enrollment, wait list, and attendance information to the Director, Policy Council, and Board each month.
• Attend and participate in Head Start Policy Council meetings, providing ERSEA data as required/requested.
• Provide reports to the Director for needed enrollment and attendance information requests as required by the Regional Office.
• Revise, as needed, component plans, and policies and procedures.
• Track and monitor ERSEA systems to ensure compliance with HSPPS.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Participate in Head Start training and career development activities.
• Ensure that records are maintained and required reports are submitted on a timely basis.

• Possess or obtain a minimum of an AA degree in early childhood, child development, social services, or other related field with training and experience in family services.
• Knowledge of social service theory, methods, and practices.
• Knowledge of Head Start eligibility and selection requirements.
• Knowledge of all social and health resources in the community and the rights and responsibilities of an individual in applying for and receiving various services available.
• Demographic and geographic knowledge of the community.
• Ability to develop and implement the ERSEA component as required in the OHS performance standards.
• Ability to train and develop staff assigned to help with ERSEA processes.
• Ability to speak effectively in public.
• Knowledge of the purpose, goals, and objectives of the Head Start Program.