Child Development Facilitator

Description

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Child Development Facilitator

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. 

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. 

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Child Development Facilitator at Catholic Charities: 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Implements federal guidelines and performance standards as well as state and local regulations. Manages and/or monitors the compliance with same throughout all sites. 
• Monitors assurance of compliance with the IDEA. 
• Provides direct and administrative support across all program sites. 
• Provides support for teams to implement best educational practices and support students in achieving IEP/IFSP goals through direct instruction, modeling, and coaching. 
• Supporting Positive Behavior Support planning process in compliance with Federal, State, and CC ECE requirements. 
• Supports the agency’s Request for Observation (RFO) process. 
• Ensures smooth transitions in, out and between our programs for children with disabilities. 
• Maintains interagency agreements with the local LEA, Child Find, Part C, and other agencies as appropriate. 
• Observes and provides feedback, consultation, and training for staff when necessary. 
• Attend and participate in agency collaborative planning meetings as necessary. 
• Completes required paperwork including data collection and tracking implementation of interventions and progress. 
• Attends meetings and training to keep current in the field and provides follow-up application in the classroom environment. 
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information. 
• Regular and predictable attendance. 
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience/knowledge in the field of child development.  
• Ability to understand and convey to others the values and social teachings of the Catholic Church as they relate to the mission and work of Catholic Charities.  
• Ability to work effectively within the framework of Catholic teachings. 
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.   
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate staff through application of Agency values 
• Intermediate knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, create and generate reports, and create communications.  
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.  
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE  

Associate's degree in early childhood education (ECE), Special Education, or related field (BA/BS strongly preferred); and two to three years of experience supporting children with developmental delays; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their

career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety;

Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed

Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding

environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid

holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application

online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all

local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions

involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or

characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are

deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful

discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not

be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,

hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,

compensation, and training.

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