Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency

Our Mission Statement:

• To help individuals in Amador and Tuolumne counties toward self-sufficiency.
• To assist local residents in becoming involved and contributing members of our community.
• To promote family and other supportive environments so that children, youth and elders can achieve their maximum potential.
• And, finally, to form partnerships and coalitions within the community to meet these needs.

Early Childhood Services:

A-TCAA offers half day preschool experience to prepare children, ages three to five, for kindergarten at no cost to parents and full-day childcare at low or no cost for parents who are working, going to school, seeking employment or have a referral from Child Welfare. Preschool children may be enrolled at the Head Start Center or in a Home-Based Program. Head Start Programs provide child enrichment, education, health, nutritional and developmental services as well as parent education and involvement opportunities. Last year a total of 513 children participated in preschool programs in Amador and Tuolumne Counties.

Position Definition:

As a part of the A-TCAA team, the Head Start Visitor/Family Advocate plays an essential role by providing comprehensive educational and case management services to children and their families in their homes. Duties include: weekly home visits and case management with families and pregnant women who have children aged birth to 5 years old, planning and facilitating parent involvement in program governance, conducting group socializations for parents and their children and helping families set and meet goals related to self sufficiency, parenting and health. This position requires driving agency vehicles, keeping careful records and case notes and entering data into computerized tracking systems. Home Visitors/Family Advocates also help with program recruitment and informational activities.

Full job description will be available at the time of interview, if selected

Minimum Qualifications:

• Meet all federal/state licensing requirements and/or program requirements necessary for this position: possess a valid California driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, TB Test, CPR, First Aid training, and health screening;
• Be able to pass a full fingerprint/background check prior to hiring;
• Possess reliable transportation;
• Possess high school diploma or equivalent;
• Have 24 ECE units and be able to obtain Children’s Center Teacher Permit;
• For Early Head Start, must have at least 3 ECE units that focus on infant and toddler development;
• 1 year experience in preschool or home visitor program;
• 1 year case management experience;
• Be proficient in computer skills including the ability to type at 45 wpm;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including occasional weekends and evenings;
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.

Additional Minimum Qualifications: Home Visitor/Family Advocate II:

• Possess an Associates Degree including 24 ECE units

Additional Minimum Qualifications: Home Visitor/Family Advocate III:

• Possess a Bachelors degree with a minimum of 24 ECE Units

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Social Services, Education or related fields;
• Spanish bi-lingual, bi-cultural preferred;
• Knowledge of local community resources.

Application Procedure:

ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN A-TCAA JOB APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW

Applications may be downloaded here, printed, filled out and submitted; they can also be obtained at and submitted to:

Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency

935 South State Hwy 49
Jackson, CA 95642
209-223-1485

427 N Hwy 49, Ste 305
Sonora, CA 95370
209-533-1397

Notification: All applicants will be notified by May 10, 2010

Starting Salary: Home Visitor/Family Advocate I: $11.82 - $13.03/hour; Home Visitor/Family Advocate II: $13.04 - $14.38/hour; Home Visitor/Family Advocate III: $13.70 - $15.11/hour

Hours: 35/week

Based: Amador County

Final Filing Date: All applications must be received no later than 4:00 PM on March 29, 2010.

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