For this week's Blog.
On roles and jobs within the Early childcare community, I have chosen the
following agencies, which are located in my current home town.
The first agency I
located is; Smart Start of Buncombe County. I chose Smart Start, because
of their positive involvement with educators, children, and families. Smart
start believes that;
Learning begins at birth;
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All children deserve
the best opportunities for learning and development;
•
Families and
communities play a critical role in children's learning; and
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Collaboration is
essential to accomplish our vision http://www.smartstart-buncombe.org/index.php/about
The job opportunity that was currently available through this
agency, was for a Finance & Contracts Manager. However,
this job was currently closed, as they are beginning the interview process,
from applicants that have applied.
The next agency I researched was; Caring
for Children: A Program of Eckerd. Caring for children offers
community-based services, that will support families in finding childcare
programs, as well as provides children and families with therapeutic services,
mental health services, and residential services
http://caring4children.org/resources/employment/.
I chose this agency because, there
are not many agencies, which will work closely with families in helping them to
find quality care for their children, as well as support children and families
through abusive crisis situations, financial hardships, and providing therapy
and resources, to help children and families learn how to cope, after they
overcome such traumatic experiences.
The current job opportunity
through this agency is for a ; CFC teaching parent. CFC teaching parents:
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Teaching Parents are
responsible for delivering treatment services to and managing emotionally
disturbed, undisciplined, delinquent, and per-delinquent youth in a 24-hour
residential facility using the Teaching-Family Model.
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Responsibilities include all those items and
responsibilities of a parent, including the provision of material needs,
physical needs, spiritual needs, emotional needs and disciplinary needs.
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Meal preparation.
Administer and document all medications.
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Provide transportation for residents with an
agency vehicle.
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Assist in completing all documentation
necessary to fulfill all state and other requirements.
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Participate in Child
and Family Teams.
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Facilitate an ongoing
relationship with residents and their families https://eckerd.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/413.
Job Requirements :
Education – High School Graduate, BA/BS degree preferred.
Experience: At least two years experience in a Human Services
or related field of study.
Skills – Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal
communication skills. Skilled ability in computer systems including PC
software, spreadsheets, Word, Internet, and other business applications.
Keen desire to work with troubled children and make a difference in the child's
life. Detail oriented, able to manage multiple assignments
independently. Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and
practices related to residential child care. Ability to maintain good
rapport with community partners and supports, other employees, and demonstrate
constructive problem-solving skills.
Physical Demands: Working conditions are the same as those in
a homelike environment; office environment in the home; and, meetings in
community-based settings. Sitting, standing, walking, and occasional
lifting of up to 30 pounds. Operating a personal computer are a routine
part of the job. Incumbent must be able to travel to outlaying offices
and offsite meetings. The work schedule is 24/7 with shift coverage by
Alternate Teaching-Parents, and fluctuates according to the demands of the
position.
Other – Must meet state criminal background check
requirements.
Travel - Must be able to meet requirements for Eckerd’s Auto
Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes. Incumbent must
possess and maintain a valid NC driver’s license and have reliable
transportation.
The last agency I chose was; Community
Health Improvement Process (CHIP), located within my local Department of
Social Service building. I became interested in the CHIP program, because
they offer programs on:
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Healthy Living
(Physical activity, healthy eating, and clinical weight management)
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Tobacco (cessation and prevention)
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Preconception Health
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Early Childhood Development
The position offered through this
agency is for a; Investigative Assessment & Treatment Social Worker
(Investigations/In-Home/Foster Care Social Worker). Some of the
responsibilities include; Providing direct services to children, their parents
and other caretakers ensure child safety in compliance with state and federal
statutes regarding child protective services by assessing the risk and safety
of children in response to actual or suspected child neglect, abuse, or
dependency; developing and monitoring service plans with families and provide
or refer services as needed; and making recommendations to the court, including
services needed, progress and barriers to permanent plan.(#1958) .
Education required for this
position would be; an MSW or BSW; NC
Pre-Service training; and prior Child Welfare experience.
References:
Caring for Children: A Program
of Eckerd. Retrieved from http://caring4children.org/resources/employment/.
Community Health Improvement
Process. Retrieved from http://www.buncombecounty.org/Governing/Depts/Health/Chip.aspx.
Dear Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your blog this week it was very informative and insightful. I notice you post three agency, I would like to know which agency you really have a passion for and could really see yourself working for them if possible. I will wait for your rely. I real like this agency out of the three you have chosen because every child deserve an education and I love to work with families very good post!
The first agency I located is; Smart Start of Bunco County. I chose Smart Start, because of their positive involvement with educators, children, and families. Smart start believes that;
Learning begins at birth;
• All children deserve the best opportunities for learning and development;
• Families and communities play a critical role in children's learning; and
• Collaboration is essential to accomplish our vision http://www.smartstart-buncombe.org/index.php/about
Hi Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteSmart Start is a great organization to become a member of whether voluntary or otherwise. We have a program in Georgia that is absolutely wonderful. It is the Early Childhood Division of United Way. Some of their Community of Practice affiliates are local, state and federal government, NAEYC, Grady Health Systems, Department of Education, and over 100 other businesses, organizations, foundations, individual supporter and early learning experts throughout Georgia. Their focus is on improving the quality of care and education for all children ages birth through five (Smart Start, 2015).
I like the initiatives of this agency. They believe in collaborating and educating parents, caregivers and the public on the critical need for quality early learning for all children. Their goal is to promote lifetime learning for children to ensure greater achievement. This is also an agency that I would consider working for. The position that as a CFC parent trainer sounds interesting. I could see myself doing something like this.
It’s amazing how many cities and states are part of similar initiatives, which shows how we learn and implement programs from each other. It also shows how we all share the same challenges and issues. It is my hopes that together we all create the change necessary to make a significant difference in the early education and development of young children.
Thanks for sharing your blog information.
Tabitha Abney
References
Smart Start Georgia. (2015). Fast facts. Retrieved from ttp://www.smartstartga.org/default.aspx.
Dear Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this blog assignment because as colleagues we are creating our own community of practice by describing the communities of practice at the local, state, and federal levels. I truly enjoy this level of networking.
Hi Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteI like the CHIP program. Programs that assist families with health care services is a much needed resource in every county in every state. One of the programs that I have come to value with our Health Department are the free classes that they offer to Early Educators. The classes that they provide not only provide professional development, but gives staff members the In-Service training hours that EE professionals need. Thank you for sharing the Caring for Children information. I like the services they provide for children and families. I believe that families (especially those with limited finances) should be given every opportunity to provide for their families and this program seems to help with this. Thanks for sharing.