Program Coordinator - Family Day Care

Children's Aid & Family Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation

The Family Day Care (FDC) Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program including intake, enrollment, and support of children and families of the Family Day Care Program.

Pay: $21-24/hour

Benefits for Full-time employees: 

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure. 
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays 

Accrued Paid Sick Time

• Manage intake, eligibility, enrollment, and placement of children in Family Day Care (FDC) homes.

• Monitor ongoing eligibility, enrollment status, and waitlist updates.

• Conduct bimonthly home visits to FDC providers to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Support parents with child development concerns and connect them to appropriate resources.

• Act as liaison and advocate between FDC providers, parents, and involved agencies.

• Collaborate with DCF, EI, and SPED to coordinate services for children.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date children’s records, including health documentation and progress reports.

• Provide support and technical assistance to FDC providers.

• Coordinate transportation services and substitute care arrangements.

• Plan and assist with professional development and parent education events.

• Attend staff meetings and complete required trainings, including maintaining CPR/First Aid certification.

• Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and adherence to organizational policies.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Associate's Degree or relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services or related field preferred.

Skills and Knowledge:

• A commitment and interest in working with young children and their families in a family child care setting

• Ability to relate positively to children and adults

• Organizational skills with an ability to follow through on tasks are a must.

• Strong knowledge of DCF support services, DEEC waitlist & regulations, and QRIS.

• Computer experience.

• Massachusetts driver's license required.

• Fluent bilingual (English/Spanish) oral and written communication skills required

Why Join Us?
At Children's Aid and Family Services you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals served while working in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

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Take the next step in your career and join us as a Program Coordinator - Family Day Care