Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
With a staff of over 700 employees, serving more than 100,000 people annually, we are the federally designated agency to fight poverty in Kern County.
Required job applications and full job descriptions with position qualifications are available at www.capk.org and our office at 5005 Business Park North, Bakersfield
Center Director I
Supervises the daily operations of a child development center; including the supervision of all center staff either directly or indirectly ensuring compliance of all funding sources. Must possess a Site Supervisor Permit; by meeting standards established by California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, options 1-5, dated February 1, 1997. AA/AS degree with major in Early Childhood Development, Education, Human Development, or related field. $18.10/HR + benefits. Closes June 27, 2014 at 5:00 pm .
Family Service Worker I
Implement comprehensive case management inclusive of all service areas. Operate as a liaison between classroom and home settings. HS diploma or equiv. 6 semester units in social work, child development, counseling and or psychology or related courses. 2 yrs exp in family social service setting including knowledge and exp relating to community resources for referrals for Families. 1 yr gen computer exp. Bilingual (English/Spanish) desirable. Must possess a valid CDL with acceptable DMV and proof of current auto insurance. Must have access to transportation during working hours. $12.17/hr + benefits. Closes June 27, 2014 at 5:00 pm.
Family Service Worker II
Implement comprehensive case management inclusive of all service areas. Operate as a liaison between classroom and home settings. HS diploma or equiv. 6 semester units in social work, child development, counseling, psychology or related courses. 3yrs exp in family social service setting including knowledge and exp relating to community resources for referrals for Families. 1 yr of gen computer exp. Must type 35wpm. Bilingual (English/Spanish) desirable. Must possess a valid CDL with acceptable DMV and proof of current auto insurance. Must have access to transportation during working hours. $13.43/hr + benefits. Closes June 27, 2014 at 5:00 pm.
Teacher & EHS Teacher
Provides a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate, educational and supervised environment for children 3-5 years of age; Must possess a valid Teacher's Permit or higher; Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with major in one of the following disciplines: Early Childhood Development, Education, Human Development or related field. Early Head Start Teacher must have 6 units of Infant/Toddler course work Experience working in State or Federally Funded Child Care Program as well as Bilingual (English/Spanish) desirable. Must possess a valid CDL with acceptable DMV and proof of current auto insurance. Must have access to transportation during working hours $15.28 to $16.04/hr depending on education + benefits. Closes June 27, 2014 at 5:00pm.
Home Base Educator & EHS Home Base Educator
The Home Base Educator is responsible for implementing quality early education & care programs & developing positive relationships with children, parents, & families. Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with major in one of the following disciplines: Early Childhood Development, Education, Human Development, or related field with (24) college semester units in child Development, Early Childhood Development or similar study. Early Head Start Home Base Educator must have 6 units of Infant/Toddler course work; 2 yrs experience with children or a community service program. 1 yr exp in data entry. Bilingual (English/Spanish) desirable. Must possess a valid CDL with acceptable DMV and proof of current auto insurance. Must have access to transportation during working hours $15.92 to $16.72/hr depending on education + benefits. Closes June 27, 2014 at 5:00pm.
Associate Teacher
Along with the Teacher provide a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate, educational & supervised environment for children 3-5 yrs of age. Must possess a valid Associate Teachers Permit. Early Head Start position requires 3 infant/toddler units. $11.68/hr to $14.56/hr depending on education + benefits. Closes June 27, 2014 at 5:00pm.
Assistant Manager
(Energy Program)
Assist the Program Manager with the management of the programmatic, operational, & fiscal operations of the Energy Program. BA/BS degree in Business Administration or related field from any accredited college or university. 4 yrs of progressive admin/management exp with emphasis in managing budgets of which 2 yrs must have been in a supervisory capacity; Any equivalent combination of education &/or exp may be acceptable. Must possess a valid CDL & state automobile insurance & acceptable driving record; must be fingerprinted & have such records filed with the State Department of Social Services. $54,350.40/yr + benefits. Closes July 7, 2014 at 5:00 pm.
Business Technician/
Operations
The Business Technician is responsible for basic contract services. High School diploma or equivalent; 2 yrs administrative exp in purchasing & contracts, preferably with a non-profit organization, public agency or similar type program. Must possess a valid CDL & state automobile insurance & acceptable driving record; must be fingerprinted & have such records filed with the State Department of Social Services. $18.04/hr + benefits. Closes July 7, 2014 at 5:00 pm.
Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment physical. Most positions require a fingerprint clearance.
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