Clinch Valley Community Action (CVCA) is an equal opportunity employer.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:  Head Start Cook

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Non-Exempt

RATE OF PAY: $8.80 per hour

NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK:  40 hours per week

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR:  10 months

LOCATION:   Possible Bland or Wythe County area

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Cook is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and served in a safe, timely, and attractive manner and that all costs associated with preparation are adequately tracked.  This individual is also responsible for ensuring that USDA, and Virginia Health Department, regulations are followed. Works toward ROMA goals.

EDUCATION:  Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED certification; Prefer experience in food preparation and menu planning, and knowledge of USDA requirements and must secure ServSafe certification; Must be familiar with the ethnic background, be able to communicate in the language of families in the program, and be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with limited English proficiency; Must be willing to attend any local or out-of-town overnight training determined necessary by the immediate supervisor, Program Director, or Executive Director.

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: Must get CDL license; Must possess or secure First Aid/CPR Certification;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must get Fingerprint check, Sex Offender check, TB screening or PPD, Physical, CPS, DMV, Criminal Record check, must be proficient in English;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to lift minimum number of 50 pounds.   This position requires bending, lifting, walking, talking, seeing, sitting, running, stooping, speaking, and hearing;

PREFERENCES:  (Current and former Head Start parent, active Agency volunteers, current work experience participants, interns);

HOW TO APPLY:   (E-mail/Application/Resume’/In Person/Mail);

DEADLINE: Last date applications/e-mails will be accepted is Monday, June 24, 2019, 12:00 noon, or until such time the position is filled;

CONTACT INFORMATION:  Please submit e-mail with application/resume’ to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org, or mail to CVCA, P.O. Box 188, North Tazewell, VA  24630.  Application may be found on CVCA’s website at www.clinchvalleycaa.org;

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POSITION:                             Behavioral/Mental Health Services Coordinator

JOB CLASSIFICATION:       Non-Exempt, Full-time, 12 months

RATE OF PAY:                      $16.18 hr. – $19.92 hr.

LOCATION:                           Tazewell County

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Behavioral/Mental Health Services Coordinator is responsible for planning and administering the mental health program services for children and families.  This position will involve working collaboratively with parents, staff, and Mental Health professionals and the larger community in the delivery of services.  Services must be coordinated with staff in other program areas and must include ongoing assessment of the quality of services provided.  Planning and administration of the mental health services must be individualized for children and families.  Works toward ROMA goals; 

EDUCATION:

QUALIFICATIONS: 

*Individual must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.  If an individual holds a Bachelor’s Degree in an area other than Psychology or Counseling, he/she must be QMHP certified; 

*Prefer experience with young children in a school based setting; 

*Prefer knowledge of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the Head Start philosophy of working with children and families;

*Competencies include effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, curricula implementation and use of assessments, and promotion of children’s progress (Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework:  Ages Birth to Five 45 CFR 1302.91(e)(5);

*Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate;

*Must be proficient in oral and written communication skills;

*Must be willing to learn to care for children with disabilities who may be enrolled in Head Start; and

*Experience successfully working with a culturally diverse staff and clients; Must be able enter and exit a vehicle without assistance, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.

PRIOR TO HIRE:  Must submit to fingerprint check, Sex Offender check, complete a Sworn Disclosure, and reference checks;

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess a CDL learner’s permit and secure a CDL within 90 days of hire. Must possess or secure First Aid/CPR Certification;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must get TB screening or PPD, Physical, CPS, DMV, and must be proficient in English;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to lift minimum number of 50 pounds.   This position requires bending, lifting, walking, talking, seeing, sitting, running, speaking, and hearing;

PREFERENCES:  (Current and former Head Start parent, active Agency volunteers, current work experience participants, interns);

HOW TO APPLY:   If you are a current parent, volunteer or intern, please complete an application and submit to Chris Thompson chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org; If you are a current staff person, please email Chris at the same address;

DEADLINE: June 7, 2019,  by noon; or until position is filled.

CONTACT INFORMATION:  Please submit e-mail with application/resume’ to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org, or mail to CVCA, P.O. Box 188, North Tazewell, VA  24630.  Application may be found on CVCA’s website at www.clinchvalleycaa.org;

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:  Head Start Teacher

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Non-Exempt, Full-time

RATE OF PAY:  $14.87 hr. with Bachelor’s Degree; $12.80 hr. without Bachelor’s Degree

NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK:  40 hours per week

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR:  10 months

LOCATION:  Wythe County

DUTIES: The Head Start Teacher is responsible for conducting a classroom in a way that exemplifies the Head Start goals of providing children with educational experiences that help them grow mentally, socially, emotionally, and physically.  The Teacher works with all service area and classroom staff to ensure successful, nurturing experiences for children in the Center, while recognizing the parents as the most important influences in the lives of their children.  This position requires regular attendance and punctuality as an essential part of the job function.  Works toward ROMA goals;

EDUCATION: Must have a baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or a baccalaureate or advanced degree and coursework equivalent to major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children. *A related degree (other than early childhood) may include Interdisciplinary Studies, Human Development, Child and Family Development or Psychology. **Transcripts and course descriptions will be reviewed to determine “coursework equivalent”. Equivalent hours can include 120 CDA (Child Development Associate) hours when there is at least five years preschool classroom experience; Prefer one year experience (day care, parenting, working with pre-school children in camp, church settings, or other) in working with pre-school children; Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate; Must be proficient in oral and written communication skills; Must be willing to learn to care for children with disabilities who may be enrolled in Head Start; Staff must be familiar with the ethnic background, be able to communicate in the language of families in the program and be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with limited English proficiency; Must be willing to attend any local or out-of-town overnight training determined necessary by the immediate supervisor, Program Director, or Executive Director;

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: Prefer individual to have First Aid/CPR certifications; Within three months of employment, must secure a Commercial Driver’s License;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must submit to Fingerprinting check, Child Protective Services check, Department of Motor Vehicle check, Criminal Background check, TB and Physical, and Pre-employment Drug/Alcohol screening;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and this position may require constant or extensive standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, hearing, running, seeing, speaking, and lifting;

PREFERENCES:  (Current and former program parents, active Agency volunteers, current work experience participants, interns are encouraged to apply for jobs for which they are qualified.);

HOW TO APPLY:   If you are a current employee, intern, or volunteer with CVCA, please submit application to CVCA, P.O. Box 188, North Tazewell, VA 24630 or e-mail to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org.  If you are a current employee with CVCA, submit your interest to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org.; if you are a current or former parent, active Agency volunteer, current work experience participant or intern, please submit employment application to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org or deliver to Main Office.

DEADLINE: June 12, 2019, or until such time the position is filled;

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:  Teacher’s Aide/Bus Driver

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Non-Exempt, Full-time, 10 months

RATE OF PAY:                 Without Associate’s Degree – $8.99 hr. 

                                           With CDA – $9.49 hr.

       With Associate’s Degree – $9.88 hr.

NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK:  Avg. 44 weeks, 40 hours per week, 10 months

LOCATION: Wythe County

DUTIES:  The Head Start Teacher’s Aide/Bus Driver is responsible for assisting in conducting a classroom in a way that exemplifies the Head Start goals of providing children with educational experiences that help them grow mentally, socially, emotionally, academically, and physically.  S/He works with all components and classroom staff, both individually and as a team member, to ensure successful, nurturing experiences for children in the Center, while recognizing the parents as the most important influences in the lives of their children. Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate; Staff must be familiar with the ethnic background, be able to communicate in the language of families in the program and be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with limited English proficiency. Drive bus routes or ride as a Bus Monitor when needed.  Be able to thoroughly inspect bus inside and outside. Must have an awareness of, knowledge, and experience in the needs of low-income families.  Must be willing to maintain a flexible schedule. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Regular attendance and punctuality is an essential job function. Must be physically able to lift at least 50 pounds; 

EDUCATION:  Must at a minimum, have a CDA credential, or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire; and prefer one year experience working with families. Good verbal and written communication skills.  Must have good computer skills.  Must have an awareness of, knowledge, and experience in the needs of low-income families.  Must be willing to maintain a flexible schedule. Must be able to maintain confidentiality.  Must have ability to work with other resource agencies, staff, and families.  Must have valid Driver’s License;

PRIOR TO HIRE:  Must submit to fingerprint check, Sex Offender check, complete a Sworn Disclosure, and reference checks;

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess a CDL learner’s permit and secure a CDL within 90 days of hire. Must possess or secure First Aid/CPR Certification;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must get TB screening or PPD, Physical, CPS, DMV, and must be proficient in English;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to lift minimum number of 50 pounds.   This position requires bending, lifting, walking, talking, seeing, sitting, running, speaking, and hearing;

PREFERENCES:  (Current and former Head Start parent, active Agency volunteers, current work experience participants, interns);

HOW TO APPLY:   If you are a current parent, volunteer or intern, please complete an application and submit to Chris Thompson chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org; If you are a current staff person, please email Chris at the same address;

DEADLINE: June 7, 2019 by noon;

CONTACT INFORMATION:  Please submit e-mail with application/resume’ to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org, or mail to CVCA, P.O. Box 188, North Tazewell, VA  24630.  Application may be found on CVCA’s website at www.clinchvalleycaa.org;

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:  Camp Joy Co-Director (2)

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Seasonal

RATE OF PAY:  $9.81 per hour

NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK:  Estimated 40 hours per week beginning June 24, 2019 ending July 31, 2019

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR:   5.5 weeks

LOCATION:   Camp Joy

DUTIES:  Provide direction, supervision, and organization of campers. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.  Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior;

EDUCATION: A high school graduate or possess a GED certification; Prefer experience in supervising children;

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: Must have a valid driver’s license and access to personal automobile with adequate automobile insurance coverage.  Must be willing to attend training, workshops, and conferences when appropriate.  Must possess excellent oral communication skills;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must submit to Fingerprinting check, Child Protective Services check, Department of Motor Vehicle check,

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.,  and this position may require constant or extensive standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, hearing, seeing, and speaking;

PREFERENCES:  (Current and former Head Start parent, active Agency volunteers, current work experience participants, interns);

HOW TO APPLY:   If you are a current employee, submit your interest in the position to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org.  If you are  an  intern, or volunteer with CVCA, please submit application to CVCA, P.O. Box 188, North Tazewell, VA 24630 or e-mail it  to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org;

DEADLINE: Last date applications/e-mails will be accepted is June 5, 2019, by noon, or until such time the position is filled;

CONTACT INFORMATION:  Please submit e-mail to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org;

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POSITION:                        Behavioral/Mental Health Services Coordinator

JOB CLASSIFICATION:    Non-Exempt, Full-time, 12 months

RATE OF PAY:                  $16.18 hr. – $19.92 hr.

LOCATION:                        Tazewell County

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Behavioral/Mental Health Services Coordinator is responsible for planning and administering the mental health program services for children and families.  This position will involve working collaboratively with parents, staff, and Mental Health professionals and the larger community in the delivery of services.  Services must be coordinated with staff in other program areas and must include ongoing assessment of the quality of services provided.  Planning and administration of the mental health services must be individualized for children and families.  Works toward ROMA goals; 

EDUCATION:

*Individual must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.  If an individual holds a Bachelor’s Degree in an area other than Psychology or Counseling, he/she must be QMHP certified; 

*Prefer experience with young children in a school based setting; 

*Prefer knowledge of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the Head Start philosophy of working with children and families;

*Competencies include effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, curricula implementation and use of assessments, and promotion of children’s progress (Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework:  Ages Birth to Five 45 CFR 1302.91(e)(5);

*Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate;

*Must be proficient in oral and written communication skills;

*Must be willing to learn to care for children with disabilities who may be enrolled in Head Start; and

*Experience successfully working with a culturally diverse staff and clients; Must be able enter and exit a vehicle without assistance, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.

PRIOR TO HIRE:  Must submit to fingerprint check, Sex Offender check, complete a Sworn Disclosure, and reference checks;

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess a CDL learner’s permit and secure a CDL within 90 days of hire. Must possess or secure First Aid/CPR Certification;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must get TB screening or PPD, Physical, CPS, DMV, and must be proficient in English;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to lift minimum number of 50 pounds.   This position requires bending, lifting, walking, talking, seeing, sitting, running, speaking, and hearing;

PREFERENCES:  (Current and former Head Start parent, active Agency volunteers, current work experience participants, interns);

HOW TO APPLY:   If you are a current parent, volunteer or intern, please complete an application and submit to Chris Thompson chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org; If you are a current staff person, please email Chris at the same address;

DEADLINE: June 5, 2019,  by noon; or until position is filled.

CONTACT INFORMATION:  Please submit e-mail with application/resume’ to chris.thompson@clinchvalleycaa.org, or mail to CVCA, P.O. Box 188, North Tazewell, VA  24630.  Application may be found on CVCA’s website atwww.clinchvalleycaa.org;