ERSEA Specialist

Company: Children's Institute, Inc.
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: March 1, 2025

Job Description:

Enforces compliance with Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) for assigned ECE programs.DUTIESSUMMARYEnforces compliance with Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) for assigned ECE programs.ESSENTIAL DUTIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Acts as CII's ERSEA representative for the purposes of maintaining enrollment/waiting lists and compliance according to the Head Start Act, California Department of Education, and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Manages the enrollment process for assigned sites, ensuring that all vacancies at all times.
• Develops and implements ERSEA policies and procedures in compliance with licensing and other governing bodies.
• Enforces implementation of ERSEA policies and procedures that will result in ongoing recruitment and selection of children according to ERSEA ranking criteria.
• Participates in CII's State and Federal reviews, community assessment, and annual program Self-Assessment.
• Analyzes and evaluates attendance and develops the rationale and solutions whenever program attendance falls below 85%.ADDITIONAL DUTIES
  • Assists families in completing eligibility applications. Enters eligibility information into Child Plus.
  • Informs Family Service Workers and Family & Community Engagement Specialists upon a child's selection.
  • Provides data for program reports as required.
  • Other duties and special projects as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the direct reports.
    • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
    • This job supervises 1-4 staff: ERSEA Assistants.QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
      • 3-5 years of experience managing or overseeing early childhood education services.
      • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family Services or related field from a four-year university required.OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
        • Possesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance or reliable access to transportation depending on business needs.
        • Required to travel extensively (> 50% of the time).
        • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
        • Spanish / English bilingual strongly preferred.
        • Ability to handle confidential information.
        • Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.
        • Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.
        • Sensitivity to service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
        • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
        • Punctual and dependable attendance.
        • Understands CII's basic philosophy and participates fully in carrying out its mission.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
          • None required.COMPUTER SKILLS
            • Must have working knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel and E-mail.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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. Time Spent [None, -1/3, 1/3 - 2/3, 2/3+]
              • Stand: -1/3
              • Walk: -1/3
              • Sit: 2/3 +
              • Reach with hands and arms: 2/3+
              • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: 2/3+
              • Climb or balance: -1/3
              • Bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl: -1/3
              • Talk or hear: 2/3+
              • Taste or smell: None
              • Carry, push or pull: -1/3
              • Lifts Weights or Exerts Force
                • Up to 10 pounds: -1/3
                • Up to 25 pounds: -1/3
                • Up to 50 pounds: None
                • Up to 100 pounds: None
                • More than 100 pounds: NoneVISION REQUIREMENTS
                  • No special vision requirements.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical, mental & environmental conditions in which the work is performed. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Time Spent [None, -1/3, 1/3 - 2/3, 2/3+]Environmental variables that may be indicated as applicable to the position:
                    • Working near mechanical parts: None
                    • Work in high, precarious places: None
                    • Fumes or airborne particles: None
                    • Toxic or caustic chemicals: None
                    • Outdoor weather conditions: -1/3
                    • Extreme cold (non-weather): None
                    • Extreme heat (non-weather): None
                    • Risk of electrical shock: NoneNOISE LEVEL
                      • Moderate noiseREQUIRED TRAINING
                        • New Hire Orientation
                        • AB-1825: Sexual Harassment Prevention training
                        • Mandated Reporter
                        • Timekeeping & AttendanceCOMPENSATION:$26.75 USD - $32.10 USDIn accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is included in this posting. The actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range to maintain internal inequity and allow opportunity for future salary growth. CII salaries are determined based on comprehensive internal and external market analysis, as well as the skills, education, and experience relevant to each position.BENEFITS:
                          • Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year
                          • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents
                          • 403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees
                          • Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
                          • Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
                          • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)& Health Savings Account (HSA)
                          • Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
                          • Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
                          • Opportunity for growth & advancement
                          • Professional development & continued training
                          • Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activitiesCONTINGENCIES:
                            • Influenza immunization or declination
                            • COVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizations
                            • Education verification
                            • Reference check
                            • Background fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social Services
                            • Drug and alcohol screening
                            • Tuberculosis screeningAbout UsChildren's Institute (CII) believes that all children and families have boundless potential to achieve emotional well-being and educational success, which build pathways to economic mobility and lifelong health. Using a whole family, two-generation approach, CII offers education, counseling services, parenting support, convening spaces and enrichment programs in the community, at our early education centers, K-12 schools, and neighborhood hubs.Our employees value passion, partnership, innovation and equity. If meaningful work and a vibrant culture are important to you, you're in the right place. Join our team and change the world!Commitment to DEICII promotes and fosters equity and inclusion in our workplace and in our communities. We strive to embed these values in our agency-wide decisions and our talent practices so that we create equal opportunities for everyone.
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