Head Start - Program Assistant

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Head Start - Program Assistant

100% Onsite - Location: Los Angeles, CA 90056

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a Program Assistant who is responsible for the development and tracking of the information within the designated service area. This position will assist the assigned Supervisor in inputting data, generating accurate timely program reports and tracking of comprehensive services. He or she is responsible for supporting the designated manager in the overall implementation of program services.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs general clerical duties such as filing, word processing, and copying, assembling and disseminating materials.
2. Assists the Head Start Director, managers, and supervisors in developing systems to compile, enter and maintain data to generate reports for projects and tracking purposes.
3. Provides agendas and take minutes for primary team meetings as assigned.
4. Prepares, assembles and distributes materials for trainings and special projects.
5. Responsible for purchasing items for trainings, meetings and/or other special projects as needed.
6. Provides a positive communication link between Head Start, parents and community.
7. Monitors and responds to calls, emails and walk-in inquiries for program participation.
8. Assists in maintaining/updating family files and family file system.
9. Attends trainings and meetings as required.
10. Assists program staff with translations (if applicable), as needed.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED. Three years office/clerical experience with increasing responsibility. Some college courses preferred.
• Two years experience, demonstrated competency and working knowledge of computer office applications, such as MS Word, MS Excel or similar applications required, with database and/or graphics/page layout and design experience desired. Good typing and computer skills required.

Special Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid California Driver License in good standing with DMV required; current liability insurance
• Must meet State health requirements to include passing a physical examination as condition of employment, Live Scan, and TB clearance.

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employer
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)
• Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)
• Generous Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org

All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.