What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Early Childhood Area Manager @ the Y - Pittsburgh-Antioch position at YMCA?
POSITION SUMMARY :
These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Mission and Policies of the YMCA of the East Bay. Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Area Manager oversees multiple licensed centers providing high-quality early learning environments with attention to safety and health prevention measures, provides general program management for one region; supervises the center directors that oversee all education and site staff. In addition, provides short and long-range planning for service delivery and training; acts as an integrator of service areas; functions as liaison between association office leadership, staff and community collaborators.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
1. Design and deliver high-quality programming that achieves the educational, administrative and service delivery goals.
2. Oversee center-based operations including supervision of the center directors, coaching, performance management and evaluation, certifications, training and ensure all staff have professional development plans.
3. In coordination with the Human Resources Department, assist in the hiring process for regional and substitute staff.
4. Arrange and facilitate regular meetings with staff and provide for mandated trainings and updates to policies and procedures.
5. Ensure and monitor program compliance including staff educational requirements with federal / state requirements; understand, interpret and implement federal, state and agency rules and regulations.
6. Ensure accurate reports and documentation that complies with applicable laws, policies and procedures; submit monthly reports on program activities and status to the Operations Director.
7. Attend regional case management, consultation, and staff meetings, as necessary.
8. Arrange for services in all functional areas, utilizing internal and external resources as deemed appropriate, as well as facility maintenance.
9. Monitor and manage the maintenance and safety of facilities and availability of supplies.
10. Collaborate and coordinate with local agencies, community service organizations and educational providers and partners, as needed.
11. Design and deliver training and formal presentations; provide information on the Head Start program to the community, as needed and participate in and assist with program and community events.
12. Oversee development and implementation of continuous Quality Improvement Plans for all centers.
13. Oversee management and line staff to ensure high quality service delivery adhering to personnel policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreement.
14. Ensure effective management of resources including budget management and approval of expenditures.
15. Stay current on national developments in ECE, inclusion, coaching and mental health by attending conferences, workshops / seminars, meetings; communicate appropriate information to staff, providers, families, Board, Policy Council, and community partners.
16. Special projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor
MEASURE OF EFFECTIVENESS
This position has a primary impact on the operations of the YMCA of the East Bay program promotion, registration and dissemination of information in the Head Start, Early Head Start and Child Development program. Therefore, the effectiveness of the fulfillment of this position should be measured by :
1. Knowledge of all Early Head Start / Head Start and California Department of Education Child Development program regulations and procedures.
2. Sound administration of systems and records that is organized, up-to-date, and accurate.
3. A positive point of contact for staff, children, parents, and families including the Head Start Policy Council and community groups with accurate, timely responses.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
- Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations
- Must be able to work on a computer for an extended period of time
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Must be able to travel locally for meetings, training and special events
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
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