Jobs/Roles in the ECE Community: National/Federal Level

As I began to research organizations that interest me, I discovered that there were a great deal of organizations that fight for the cause of my challenge which is children living in domestic violence and child abuse environments. Below is a list of some that caught my attention:

Every Child Matters Education Fund
Mission: Provides opportunities for focusing attention on children’s issues including the prevention of child abuse and neglect.
http://www.everychildmatterseducation.org

Child Witness to Violence Project (CWVP)
Mission: To identify young children who witness acts of significant violence.
To help young children heal from the trauma of witnessing violence by providing developmentally
appropriate counseling for them and for their families.
To provide consultation and training to the network of caregivers in the lives of young children
in order that they may more effectively identify and respond to children who are exposed to
violence.
http://www.childwitnesstoviolence.org

Children of Domestic Violence (CDV)
Mission: To help those who experience domestic violence as children reach the full potential and break
the cycle of violence.

Each of these focus on the well-being of children. Their missions shows that they understand that hundreds of children are violated every year. Their goal is to find a way to support those affected by this tragic act.
http:www.cdv.org

Job Opportunities:

National Black Child Development Institute
Mission: To improve and advance the quality of life for balck children and their families through education and advocacy.

Vision: NBCDI envisions a society that ensures a successful future for all children.

Job: Director of Professional Services, Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color (COSEBOC)
Director of Professional Services

Qualifications: M.A. or M.Ed. in Education or related field required
5+ years experiencce in designing, delivering, and managing professional development
services for educators
Track record in providing high quality, expert training, and facilitation
Understanding of technology and its impact on the field of education

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage both staff and contractors effectively and proactively. A history of being a team player and have a sense of humor. A flexible nature. A committment to the advancement of the COSEBOC mission and vision.

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National Association for the Education of Young Children
Mission: To serve and act on behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of all young children with primary focus on the provision of educational and developmental service and resources.

Job: Community Impact Coordinator-Read On

Job Summary: Will work with the community impact manager for Read On Greater Phoenix on the ongoing development and implementation of the project focusing on increasing early language and literacy skills of children in high need communities.

Qualifications: Associates degree in Social Services discipline or related field or equilvalent.
3 years experience in Social Services
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Reliable Transportation
http://www.naeyc.org

National Head Start Association
Mission: To coalesce, inspire, and support the Head Start field as a leader in early childhood development and education.

Vision: To lead. To be the the untiring voice that will not be quiet until every vulnerable child is served with the Head Start model of support for the whole child and the community.
To advocate. To work diligently for policy and institutional changes that ensure all vulnerable children and families have what they need to succeed.

Job: Alumini Advocacy Associate

Responsibiities: Identify Head Start graduates and families and develop relationships with alumini
in key states.
Maintain a database of alumini and a website containing their stories.
Plan and execute alumini events.

Qualifications: Familiarity with the Head Start Program.
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of work experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to be comfortable and assertive working
with large and small groups.
A high level of energy, ability to multi-task, and a sense of humor.
Strong attention to detail and superior organization skills.
Familiarity with social media.

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All of these jobs have the same mission and goals that I have set for my own child care facility. They each want to help the children and their families reach their full potential.

Roles in the Early Childhood Community

Child Victim Advocate
Agency: Family Service of the Piedmont, Inc

Mission: Family Service of the Piedmont is a not for profit agency whose mission is to promote healthy lives and relationships for children, families and individuals, through early intervention, treatment, and support in times of crisis and transition.

Qualifications: The ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the organizations service population and staff is required.

Ability to work in partnership with other team members

Ability to forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.

Ability to forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.

Conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change.

Ability to set limits and maintain the helping role of the practitioner and to intervene appropriately to meet the needs of the persons served.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift light objects as needed.

Working knowledge of child abuse investigation and prosecution procedures, child development, and the dynamics of child and family abuse.

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, human service, or related field.

Reference: http://www.guilfordnonprofitsjob.com

Center Director
Childcare Network

Mission: We are committed to providing our parents with high quality services at affordable price. That’s why we are “The Workiing Parent’s Best Friend”.

Qualifications: Prefer at least one year of pre-school management experience.

BA Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related field.

Must be a team builder, excellent customer service/communication skills.

NC Administrative Credentials (prefer 2 & 3).

Knowledge of More@4.

Knowledge of USDA and food program.

Flexible and energetic.

Able to juggle multiple duties.

Detail oriented

Ability to resolve conflicts

Computer proficient

Must pass a criminal background check

Reference: http://www.careerbuilder.com

Child Protective Services

Mission: To keep the child in his/her own home when the child is at risk, to develop an alternate plan as quickly as possible.

Duties: Intervene in the crisis, if required

Apply Family Preservation and Support Services for some families

Assess or identify problems, gather facts and clarify the problems

Plan and provide services, set goals, identify resources and timeframes

Document the case

Terminate the case or transfer it to another program

Reference: http://dss.cahwet.gov

Child Support Case Manager
Agency: Department of Social Services

Mission Statement: Fighting crime and protecting crime victims

Improving the well-being of children

Protecting the environment

Fighting for consumers, workers, investors, and taxpayers

Promoting a positive business climate

Providing great legal services to state government

Defending the rights of all

Qualifications: 3 years of experience working with the public in person or by phone giving information about services and programs and solving customer problems/complaints. Experience must include the use of personal computers and typical software such as word processing.

A Bachelor Degree may substitute for the above experience. To receive credit for a degree, you must submit a photocopy of your transcripts.

Reference: http://www.agency.governmentjobs.com

I chose these organizations and job opportunities because they will allow me to work directly with the family and keep the well-being and best interest of the child my priority. These jobs will also allow me to continue to be an advocate for the children in my service.