Child Care Consultant

This is working at EPI - connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth. Real career. Real purpose. Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI), an

EIGHT-TIME

recipient of the employee nominated Employer of Choice designation, is seeking people who want to make a difference in the lives of persons in our community! Working for EPI has its benefits. Many benefits. Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30+ hours/week Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!) Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal time offered) 401(k)• employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees) and flex spending plan Free telemedicine and virtual counseling Paid training EPI is a Public Student Loan Forgiveness program qualified employer As a Child Care Consultant you will experience personal GROWTH opportunities through career advancement and CONNECT to a community that leads a greater PURPOSE . This is what you'll get to do. Real career. Real purpose. Schedule site visits with child care centers, preschools and child care homes for the purpose of maintaining regulatory requirements and pursuing participation in the Iowa Quality Rating System. Provide regular and ongoing support for registered child care providers and centers in target areas. Maintain accurate and current information in provider database through regular and routine recording (phone or personal). Schedule and manage duties related to child care provider training. Support community outreach efforts related to improving access to quality child care. Meet regularly with child care providers to identify their training needs and issues/concerns related to the provision of care. Assist providers in obtaining a level of competency in utilizing the Iowa Child Care Here's what we're looking for. What are you waiting for? Apply today! Knowledge of State childcare licensing standards and registration guidelines for childcare providers. Knowledge of basic professional technical assistance and consultation practices. Ability to work effectively with childcare providers. Knowledge of community resources. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple agencies. Demonstrated leadership skills. Ability to speak, read and write in English. Ability to participate in events, training sessions and meetings (flexible hours, including evenings, overnights and weekends) throughout the region and state. General word processing and computer knowledge.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in early childhood, elementary education with an early childhood endorsement or closely related field. Two (2) years experience in childcare/education related field. This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record, and the ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, the Sex Offender registry, and a criminal history check. Post job offer drug screen required. EPI is an equal opportunity employer. Real Career! Real Purpose!