Since 1972, 4Cs of Alameda County has been a family resource organization dedicated to providing child care information resources and referrals, education, and payment assistance to children, families, and child care pro…
Skills: Case Management, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Since 1972, 4Cs of Alameda County has been a family resource organization dedicated to providing child care information resources and referrals, education, and payment assistance to children, families, and child care pro…
Skills: Accounts Payable, Payment Processing, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft 365, Excel
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$28/hr–$30/hr
Full-time
associate degree
Posted 12d ago
Apply by Oct 20
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The specialist provides support for the payment portion of the CalWORKs program, including calculating attendance sheets and processing provider intake. They are also responsible for researching reimbursement inquiries and maintaining confidential provider files.
Requirements
An Associate of Arts degree is preferred along with one to two years of experience in case management or transferable skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to drive a vehicle are required.
Full job description
Since 1972, 4Cs of Alameda County has been a family resource organization dedicated to providing child care information resources and referrals, education, and payment assistance to children, families, and child care providers in Alameda County. 4Cs mission is to develop and coordinate resources to strengthen families and children. We embrace the Strengthening Family Framework.
Job Title: Child Care Services Specialist (Provider Services) Department: Provider Services Unit Reports To: Supervisor, Payment Programs FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt Salary Range: $28.84-$30.44 Per Hour
Position Summary: The Child Care Services Specialist (Provider Services) is responsible for providing support to the payment portion of the CalWORKs program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsible for the calculation of monthly attendance sheets of CalWORKs participants
Intake and processing of CalWORKs participants child care providers which includes explanation of policies and procedures
Responsible for researching reimbursement inquiries made by child care providers
Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to provider reimbursements
Responsible for ongoing projects, i.e. provider codes and rate worksheets, contracts
Responsible for setting up and maintaining provider files
Responsible for the data entry of information needed on monthly Alameda
Assists with processing and maintaining personal and confidential family and agency information
Responsible for keeping confidential information safe and secure
Perform other duties the Supervisor may assign
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Effective Verbal Communication Skills - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
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.
Transportation is required for this position.
Education/Experience: Associate of Arts Degree preferred. One to two years’ experience in Case Management or other transferrable skills.
Language Ability: Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Mathematical Ability: Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office required. Proven experience utilizing social media platforms preferred.
Certificates and Licenses: No certifications needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended amounts of time
Ability to identify, read and distinguish colors, with or without vision aids, a computer screen, instructional materials, rules and policies and other printed matter
Ability to understand speech at normal room levels, and understand speech on the telephone
Manual dexterity to dial a telephone, and enter into a computer
Ability to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal conversations and on the telephone
Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position in an accurate and timely fashion; to make good judgments and decisions; and to evaluate the results of decisions and judgments
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally required to move around. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
Facility to drive a vehicle
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
4Cs is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
4Cs of Alameda County exists to develop and coordinate resources to strengthen families and children.
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Hayward, CA
LinkedIn followers
794
4Cs is a nonprofit family resource agency dedicated to strengthening children, families and child care providers in Alameda County. 4Cs is committed to the development of an integrated, coordinated system of quality and affordable child care services for all families and children. Our resource and referral services are available to all parents, regardless of income. 4Cs has nearly fifty years of experience in providing child care referrals, assistance and training. It is a highly valued advocate for children, child care legislation, and higher standards for child care services and programs within Alameda County.
4Cs:
- Provides resource and referrals for licensed, affordable, quality child care and education.
- Strengthens families, parents and guardians through child care education and payment assistance programs.
- Offers training, business counseling, professional development support and funding to child care providers.
- Provides diapers, wipes, food, clothing, and other essential supplies to families and children throughout the county
- Assists families with free tax preparation and filing and free car seat installation checks
4Cs staff of dedicated experts coordinates child care resources, administers payment assistance programs, and provides other essential supports for 18,000 children, families and child care providers. The agency helps close to 3100 families find affordable child care, and receives 8,000 requests each year from families and child care professionals seeking advice on child related services.
Offices: 22351 City Center Drive, Hayward, CA 94541, US · 24100 Amador Street, Room 175, Hayward, CA 94544, US · 8105 Edgewater Drive, Suite 270, Oakland, CA 94621, US · 39155 Liberty St, Room D410, Fremont, California 94538, US
Child Care Resource and ReferralsEarly Childhood EducationChild Care Payment AssistanceTraining for Child Care Providersand Free Tax Preparation ServicesTrainingNon ProfitCharitySocial AssistanceChild Care
4Cs of Alameda County exists to develop and coordinate resources to strengthen families and children.
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Hayward, CA
LinkedIn followers
794
4Cs is a nonprofit family resource agency dedicated to strengthening children, families and child care providers in Alameda County. 4Cs is committed to the development of an integrated, coordinated system of quality and affordable child care services for all families and children. Our resource and referral services are available to all parents, regardless of income. 4Cs has nearly fifty years of experience in providing child care referrals, assistance and training. It is a highly valued advocate for children, child care legislation, and higher standards for child care services and programs within Alameda County.
4Cs:
- Provides resource and referrals for licensed, affordable, quality child care and education.
- Strengthens families, parents and guardians through child care education and payment assistance programs.
- Offers training, business counseling, professional development support and funding to child care providers.
- Provides diapers, wipes, food, clothing, and other essential supplies to families and children throughout the county
- Assists families with free tax preparation and filing and free car seat installation checks
4Cs staff of dedicated experts coordinates child care resources, administers payment assistance programs, and provides other essential supports for 18,000 children, families and child care providers. The agency helps close to 3100 families find affordable child care, and receives 8,000 requests each year from families and child care professionals seeking advice on child related services.
Offices: 22351 City Center Drive, Hayward, CA 94541, US · 24100 Amador Street, Room 175, Hayward, CA 94544, US · 8105 Edgewater Drive, Suite 270, Oakland, CA 94621, US · 39155 Liberty St, Room D410, Fremont, California 94538, US
Child Care Resource and ReferralsEarly Childhood EducationChild Care Payment AssistanceTraining for Child Care Providersand Free Tax Preparation ServicesTrainingNon ProfitCharitySocial AssistanceChild Care