2 positions available: Positions will be allocated per caseloads across service area.

Job Summary:

Ensure case record management compliance and data entry for Head Start Performance Standards and state licensing requirements related to Program Governance, ERSEA, Health, Family and Community Engagement, Disabilities, and Transition Services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completes paperwork and data entry necessary for enrollment, health, and other required components of Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements.
• Assists in implementing enrollment, medical, dental, and mental health components of the program. Collaborate with parents to promote children's health and wellbeing by providing medical, oral, nutrition, and mental health education support services.
• Responsible for informing parents of the screening process, and their responsibility in the procedure completed by Head Start.
• Encourages direct line of communication with center staff and mobility coaches.
• Performs other duties, which may on occasion be requested by a Site Supervisor to ensure the safety and welfare of the children.

Agency Expectations:

• Adheres to and fully understands the confidentiality procedure.
• All positions in the Child Development Program are considered child safety sensitive and therefore employees must pass a pre-employment drug screening and submit to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the school year.
• Must have six (6) hours of state approved orientation training within three months of employment.
• Must have an additional fifteen (15) hours of training within three months of employment.
• Participates in trainings, conferences, and meetings, as necessary.
• Provide friendly, responsive service to the public, community organizations and to those we serve.
• Maintain a respectful and positive attitude with low-income individuals and families with diverse background.

Required Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Listening skills.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic databases.
• Identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to follow and apply written and verbal instructions.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• Preference is given to a Head Start parent/former parent or regular volunteer.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid Kentucky State Identification card or Driver’s License
• Pass criminal background check and drug screening.
• Flexible work schedule
• An understanding of the community and its resources is desirable.
• Must have initial physical exam including a negative TB skin test.

Salary Range – $24,960 - $29,120/year

Please email your resume to malcolm.ratchford@bgcap.org or fax to 502-848-5620 no later than Friday, August 5, 2022, by 3:00 p.m.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO

BGCAP Transit is accepting applications for the Full-Time position of Customer Service Representative. This position is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and detailed communications. Responsible for accurate entry of client trips utilizing the automated software system. The qualifications are as follows:

• GED or equivalent.
• Two years of superior customer service and/or general office experience.
• Excellent attendance.
• Geographic knowledge of Central Kentucky.
• Exceptional telephone skills.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Preferred Transit experience.
• Critical thinking skills.

The starting pay for this position is $14.00 - $16.00 per hour plus benefits. Benefits include annual and sick leave, health, vision, dental, and life insurance as well as a County Retirement Plan. Agency policy regarding drug testing and criminal background check applies to this position.

Please submit cover letter and resume to jackie.johnson@bgcap.org.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO

Blue Grass Community Action Partnership is accepting applications for a part-time (15-20 hours a week) Elder Nutrition Driver in the Lexington area. All applicants must have a current Kentucky driver’s license, current automobile insurance and a personal vehicle to use. Agency policy regarding drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check applies to this position. For more information contact Linda Derosett at (502) 848-8717, linda.derosett@bgcap.org or complete an application.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO
Internal or External

Woodford County Senior Citizens Center, a program of Blue Grass Community Action Partnership, is accepting applications for a full time Aging Assistant/Nutrition Aide/Bus Driver (30 hours weekly). Testing and criminal background check applies to this position. Interested candidates should contact Jamie Albritton at jamie.albritton@bgcap.org and/or complete an application.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO
Internal or External

Blue Grass Community Action Partnership is accepting applications for a full time Aging Assistant for the Jessamine County Senior Citizens Center. Applicants must have experience working with the elderly, reliable transportation and a current driver’s license. Position includes clerical, nutrition, and bus driving. Agency policy regarding drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check applies to this position. For more information contact Rita Wash at rita.wash@bgcap.org, call 859-885-9102 or stop by the center at 111 Hoover Drive, Nicholasville for an application.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO
Internal or External

The Blue Grass Head Start Program is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Teacher at our centers in Anderson, Franklin, Jessamine, and Woodford Counties. Starting pay is $12.00 per hour without a CDA or $12.50 per hour with a CDA. These positions will be 40 hours per week. Individuals applying for this position must possess a valid driver’s license with a 5-year good driving record. Applicant is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and it is preferred that the applicant also have a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA). The CDA can be obtained after being hired. The Head Start Program will pay for initial physical examination including TB skin test for the applicant selected for the position. Applicant cannot have been convicted of a sex crime, child abuse, or neglect/922KAR 2:110 or any other felony. Applicant will also be required to pass an initial drug screen and random testing as outlined in BGCAP’s employee policies and procedures. Please submit your resume to ashley.williams@bgcap.org. For more information, you may contact Ashley Williams at 502-695-4290, extension 223, for further information.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO

Blue Grass Head Start is accepting applications for the position of Lead Teacher at our Franklin and Woodford County locations. Starting pay is $16.60 per hour with a BA/BS in Early Childhood Education. Applicants should also have experience in teaching preschool children. The position will involve teaching children 3-4 years old and assisting in the encouragement of parent involvement. Those applying should possess a current Driver’s License with a 5-year good driving record. The Head Start Program will pay for initial physical examination including TB skin test for the applicant selected for the position. All candidates must pass an initial drug screen and if hired will be required to submit to random testing. Applicant cannot have been convicted of a sex crime or for child abuse or neglect per 922KAR 2:110 or any other felonies. Please submit your resume to ashley.williams@bgcap.org. For more information, you may contact Ashley Williams at 502-695-4290, extension 223, for further information.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO