Bilingual Outreach Counselor
Child Care Resources Inc.
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Social Service
Posted on August 16, 2019
Please no phone calls or recruiters!
Job Title: Bilingual Parent Counselor
FLSA Status: Full-Time non-exempt
SUMMARY
Responsible for counseling individuals who request child care related information by giving appropriate referrals and resources and performing the services listed below to meet the needs of families according to the agencys mission and philosophies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Assists parents in choosing and locating child care services to meet the needs and preferences of their families.
2. Provides information in English and Spanish to parents on the wide array of options available in the community and current state licensing requirements.
3. Provides enhanced services in English and Spanish to families from identified populations and makes referrals only to those programs that have a vacancy for the specific child in need of care (checks are completed within two business day).
4. Counsels and educates parents in English and Spanish about the factors that constitute quality programming.
5. Provides information about child care subsidy and screens clients for eligibility for child care subsidy program. Places on waiting list if eligible.
6. Provides families with consumer education materials and referrals and assists them in securing community services and resources, including other financial assistance programs for which they may be eligible, to help them achieve self-sufficiency.
7. Demonstrates the use of good communication skills in English and Spanish with customers including tact, respect, and diplomacy and patience.
8. Completes follow-up calls with parents in English and Spanish to determine satisfaction with the service received.
9. Collects and compiles data on child care needs, family resources and research projects to assist English and Spanish speaking parents in locating care and meeting other identified needs.
10. Enters customer data into database using a system of checks and balances to maintain accurate and up-to-date information.
11. Represents the agency at various community meetings/events to promote Child Care Search Spanish services and provides child development and parenting education as necessary.
12. Assists Social Workers with providing services to Spanish-speaking clients.
13. Assists with translation of Child Care Search and other parent information into Spanish.
14. Assists in the preparation of reports as assigned.
15. Practices confidentiality in all situations.
16. Works collaboratively with all team members.
17. Demonstrates good interpersonal relationships with customers, fellow employees and supervisors.
18. Attends and contributes to scheduled trainings, supervisory conferences, and group team meetings for successful departmental goals. Makes presentations as requested.
19. Practices professional renewal through a variety of means; such as, attending state and regional conferences, participating in professional associations, and remaining abreast of current research and literature.
16. Complies with assigned work hours and demonstrates excellent attendance.
17. Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
18. Performs other duties as needed to further the agencys mission and goals.
19. Promotes a positive image of the agency in the community.
20. Advocates for children and families in support of the agencys mission and goals.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None Required.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelors Degree in child development, counseling, social work, human services or related field.
At least three years experience working directly with parents and children in ECE/SA setting.
Excellent telephone personality and customer service skills.
Basic understanding of early care and education, school-age child care, child care licensing regulations, and child development and parenting.
Basic computer entry and data experience.
Ability to use empathic listening skills in sensitive relationships.
Ability to establish a good and culturally sensitive rapport with colleagues and the public.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Effective oral and written communication skills required.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Quantitative ability required.
REASONING ABILITY
Analytical thinking and problem solving skills required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands are those representative of established, general office activities including, but not limited to, the use of personal computers, other office equipment, light to very moderate lifting and those activities that an employee must do to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment is that of a general office environment characterized by well-lighted workspaces and offices, a moderate noise level and all season climate control. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some evening/weekend work and local travel is required.