Operations Implementation and Compliance Specialist at Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring in Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Description:

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.


Operations Implementation and Compliance Specialist

US-TX-Corpus Christi

Job ID: 2024-6311
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Head Start
Upbring

Overview

About Us

At Upbring, we are servants on a mission to break the cycle of child abuse. We are warriors, brave as the thousands of Texas Children and families we serve. We stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves. We are a family who values innovation, empathy, patience, understanding and trustworthiness.

About Our Headstart Centers

Upbring Head Start Preschool provides a safe, inclusive place to learn, grow and thrive. The families receive support and services to complement the child’s education as the kindergarten transition nears.

What Operations Implementaion and Compliance Specialist's Do

The Operations Implementation and Compliance Specialist (OICS) is responsible for ensuring that newly awarded Upbring Head Start grantees are operational by the proposed OHS deadline. This position is responsible for maintaining a thorough knowledge of Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers, Head Start Performance Standards and the Child and Adult Care Food Program. The OICO conducts internal reviews of all Upbring Head Start and Early Head Start centers for compliance with Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers, Head Start Performance Standards, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program. The OICO provides support to the Area Directors regarding compliance issues conducted by on-site visits, observations, and data collection.

Our Upbring staff members are servant-leaders in the pursuit of breaking the cycle of child abuse and empowering others to do the same through example while embodying our core values: We are Warriors. We are Servants. We are Family.

Responsibilities

We Are Warriors | We Set the Standards for Child Education

Work Standards

• Ensure that new awarded centers have all required environmental studies as well as health, fire and building inspections
• Ensure that all repairs are completed from all inspections and environmental studies
• Submit HHS child-care licensing application for newly awarded centers
• Obtain bids for installation of fire monitoring systems and hood suppression systems and/or playgrounds for newly acquired centers as needed
• Ensure compliance with procurement procedures as well as the Davis Bacon Act
• Ensure that playground structure and layout meet Head Start Performance and Child Care Minimum Standards
• Ensure that all vehicles being conveyed from prior grantee are transferred to LSS DBA Upbring Head Start
• Obtain maintenance and fuel cards for all newly transferred vehicles
• Obtain signatures for new lease agreements
• Develops, organizes, and implements ongoing monitoring and quality assurance systems pertaining to programmatic and financial compliance and quality with Head Start regulations. This includes a system of reporting for non-compliance findings
• Ensure compliance with Company, State and Federals standards, along with licensing requirements
• Ensure Centers are compliant with Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations by conducting required monitoring
• Ensure all fire and security systems are in operation and in compliance for all centers
• Receive and verify incoming inventory from previous grantee pertaining to kitchen equipment and vehicles
• Be present at work to provide consistency of services
• Receive and verify incoming inventory from previous grantee pertaining to kitchen equipment and vehicles
• Staff must not use/impose corporal punishment or other forms of child maltreatment as a method to discipline children
• Comply with company policies, procedures, Child Care Minimum Standards, and HSPPS regulations and standards
• Ensure the health and safety of each child in care at all times, and support the overall well-being of children
• Immediately communicate with supervisor all concerns related to child health and safety
• Other duties as assigned

Communication

• Prepare monthly narrative report identifying activities, concerns, and recommendations to Assistant Superintendent of Operations
• Responds to all emergencies

Fiscal Management

• Ensures fiscal management by monitoring operational expenditures during startup

We Are Servants | We Help Others

Teamwork

• Seek guidance and support from supervisorfor mitigating concerns: inclusive but not limited to classroom management, behavior management, child health and safety, child development, and any other concerns requiring intervention
• Work in conjunction with Compliance Team to conduct annual self-assessment utilizing the most recent Focus Area 1 and 2 Monitoring Protocol
• Work in conjunction with Compliance Team and Leadership Team to complete program’s annual Community Assessment
• Work in conjunction with Assistant Superintendent of Operations to develop operational procedures, implement strategic initiatives and complete projects that impact both the local programs and the Company’s business objectives
• Serve on project teams, or in an advisory capacity, to support organizational initiatives
• Support Assistant Superintendent of Operations in meeting all programs or company-wide goals
• Assist in surveys new buildings and opportunities for business expansion
• Communicates with leadership on programmatic status and any concerns regarding child-care licensing, operations, facilities, and nutrition
• Participate in staff meetings, conferences, training sessions and workshops as assigned
• Be a contributory team member in a positive/productive manner

We Are Family | We Are Passionate & Compassionate

Building Relationships

• Liaison with contractors to assure stated work is completed properly
• Ensure Center Directors centers follow municipal ordinances, state licensing laws, and federal standards
• Emergency Liaison with Municipal departments
• Model and demonstrate a positive attitude and positive working relationships, while maintaining strong ethical boundaries
• Actively participate in exhibiting cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with staff, and the community

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 3 years’ experience with Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers or Head Start Performance Standards
• 3 years’ related work experience required
• Prior compliance related experience
• Current Texas Driver’s License and auto insurance in good standing
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field
• 5 years ‘of increasingly responsible experience performing work in ERSEA, alongside the minimum qualifications listed above
• Bilingual Spanish English based on service population

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Maintain confidentiality regarding staff and family information
• Ability to maintain reliable transportation and state-mandated minimum insurance coverage(s) on your vehicle
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more!
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Gym Memberships

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging

We are a diverse and inclusive Organization that recognizes our strength is in the efforts of our selfless warriors. Honoring and recognizing the value and dignity of all individuals is the cornerstone of our agency. The more diverse the individuals, thought processes and lived experiences, the greater the opportunity is to combine unique perspectives to make a greater impact. Our trust, respect, and appreciation for one another is demonstrated through our communication, celebration of progress and relentless effort to be at our best TO FULLFILL OUR MISSION OF BREAKING THE CYCLE OF CHILD ABUSE.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status.

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