Employment

Nutrition Educator/
Competent Professional Authority (CPA)

The primary role of the WIC Nutrition Educator/Competent Professional Authority (CPA) is to carry out the goals and objectives of the WIC Program by delivering program services in compliance with federal, state, and Local Agency (LA) policies and procedures. The WIC Nutrition Educator is responsible for determining program eligibility and documentation of nutrition-related activities, such as health screening, nutrition education, and referrals to internal and external resources/agencies as appropriate. The Nutrition Educator will perform with a high degree of customer service and empathy.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Nutrition Science, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Home Economics (must have nutrition emphasis), or Nursing. Also acceptable: completion of an Associate Degree program in Dietetic Technology and registered or eligible to be registered as a Dietetic Technician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Valid MN driver’s license, current certificate of vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation to all assigned duty stations.

Preferred:

• Registered Dietitian or Licensed Dietitian
• Experience in nutrition-related activities such as nutrition assessment, nutrition education, and breastfeeding counseling.
• Experience evaluating height, weight, or lab values.
• Experience in a role responsible for referring customers or clients to community resources.
• One-year experience working with families
• Lactation Training
• Motivational Interviewing
• Previous WIC experience
• Bilingual

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to work with low-income families and children.
• Must be able to operate a PC and related word processing, database, spreadsheet and custom software.
• Must be flexible, dependable, possess critical thinking skills, and be detail-oriented.
• Ability to work with general direction and minimal supervision as well as part of a team.
• Must possess strong communication and people skills, both verbal and written.

Job Types: Full-time

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay: $25.00+ per hour

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Community Navigator (Spanish)

As part of the WCCA team, all employees work to help us achieve our mission. This position is part of the Family & Community Resource Center (FCRC), a strategy aimed at building, streamlining, and continuously improving the coordination of services to meet the needs of local individuals and families. The primary role of the Community Navigator is to assist in empowering, engaging, organizing, and advocating on behalf of the multicultural population throughout Wright County, MN. Additionally, this position will support other Community Services programs through client intake, program triage, and by providing MNsure Navigation.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or higher in social work, family development, human services, psychology, or related field.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Knowledge and experience working with community education, health, nutrition, or social services-related organizations collaboratively.
• Knowledge of the five protective factors and the Strengthening Families approach, preferred.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain MNsure certification within 6 months of hire.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge and experience in child development, principles of child health, safety, nutrition, adult learning principles, and/or family dynamics.
• Must possess good organizational skills with sensitivity to details and confidentiality.
• Must have good grammar and writing skills.
• Must have the ability to write and speak English and Spanish fluently.
• Must be culturally competent.
• Must have basic technology competencies.
• Must possess an interest in children and their families.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with others and be sensitive to their needs.
• Must be able to work evenings, if necessary, to accommodate clients’ schedules and other work activities/events.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a reliable personal vehicle available for business-related travel.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.

Job Types: Part-time, Exempt

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Head Start Substitute Classroom Aide

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or enrolled in a GED program.
• Must be currently working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), have obtained a CDA, Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree. Those that are working on their Child Development Associate Credential must obtain it within 2 years of being hired.
• Experience or ability to work with pre-school children.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience/ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in child activities.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the center site is maintained in accordance with local, state and national program standards and licensing requirements
• Follow all sanitation guidelines by washing, cleaning and sanitizing all food related surfaces, utensils and flooring
• Empty all trash receptacles
• Set up/tear down center equipment
• Purchase all required groceries
• Maintain proper storage of food and utensils
• Serve breakfast/lunch/snack family-style to children
• Complete all CACFP food paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain staff ratio at all times when children are present.
• Interact with children in a positive proactive manner.
• Conduct/assist with tooth brushing, use of restroom, and hand washing activities.
• Assist Center Teacher with implementation and monitoring of center activities.
• Assist with health, nutritional, and developmental observation/assessment and attendance documentation.
• Act as a bus monitor on assigned routes.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Attend and participate in assigned job related meeting and functions including center, program and agency staff meeting and training assist in maintaining student files and computerized and manual documentation necessary to program operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $19.13 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week
Benefits: Flexible schedule
Schedule: Monday to Friday

Statement of Understanding:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list or responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Wright County Community Action. WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Classroom Aide – Howard Lake

Part-time

WCCA is seeking a classroom aide to join our Head Start team in Howard Lake who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. You will be responsible to assist in the implementation of program activities, including the daily tasks that establish the foundation for a healthy and safe environment for Head Start children.

The WCCA Head Start program provides free learning and development opportunities for eligible families and their children ages 3-5 with services that promote school readiness and parent engagement, while also helping families connect to a larger community network. Through community based child and family development programming, we provide a variety of learning experiences to help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally. Activities focus on developing language, literacy, creativity, math and science skills, social function and more. Students and families enrolled in Head Start also receive health, dental, and nutrition services, and community resources and referrals. Transportation is also available for some locations. Head Start provides services to all children, including those with special health, developmental or nutritional needs.

This position works approximately 12 hours per week during the school year only.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or enrolled in a GED program.
• Must have or be willing to obtaining a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) within 2 years of being hired.
• Must be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR certification, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination, and pass a MN DHS required background study in order to meet MN state licensing requirements.
• Experience or ability to work with pre-school age children.
• Experience with and ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in child activities.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Head Start Family Advocate

Annandale/Howard Lake

The Family Advocate creates coordination between Head Start services and community resources in order to foster strength and healthy living in our client’s lives. This role provides support in a case management style and acts as a liaison between families, staff, the community and other family-related resources.

Positions available at 35 hours per week during the school year with benefits available year round.

Education and Experience:

• Must have either a Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or Associate (AA/AAS) degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Development, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other similar human services related fields.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid Training, CPR, physical examination, and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience and ability to work with non-English speaking parents and children.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with inter-agency preschool education, human services, and related providers.
• Knowledge and experience in Head Start or Early Childhood programs.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with staff and families.
• Ability to relate to and work comfortably with parents and children of low-income families.
• Must be able to work evenings, if necessary, to accommodate parents’ schedule.
• Must have valid MN Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in daily operations.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Must obtain Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire.

Pay: $23.47 - $25.29 per hour, depending on education and experience.

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Head Start Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teachers implement daily activities for enrolled families and children and assist staff with daily center-based operations. Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Head Start Substitute Assistant Teacher

Substitute Assistant Teachers assist the Head Teacher with planning and daily implementation of the Head Start center-based activities for low-income families and children.

Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.