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Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Supervisor, Child Care Services, is responsible for determining the eligibility of applicants for child care fee assistance in accordance with provincial legislation and Regional policies; ensuring the needs of applicants receiving child care fee assistance are considered as per their enrolment requirements; informing applicants of their rights and responsibilities for receiving child care fee assistance; informing service providers of Regional practices and reporting requirements; and maintaining accurate and current applicant, provider and child profile information.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interviews applicants and verifies eligibility for child care fee assistance using required documentation in accordance with Provincial and Regional Guidelines.
• Reviews and verifies client eligibility; monitors compliance with program standards and agreements.
• Confirms child care enrolment and parent contribution with applicant and service provider.
• Performs routine case management functions through annual personal interviews and six month reviews for exceptional circumstances; directs contact with applicants, file set up and maintenance and Ontario Child Care Management System (OCCMS) data entry.
• Verifies names of children receiving child care fee assistance according to child care management system and service providers record of attendance.
• Adheres to and maintains OCCMS standards.
• Inputs accurate and complete statistical information and forwards statistics monthly to the Supervisor.
• Maintains current applicant, child and provider data in OCCMS as per Regional and Provincial guidelines.
• Ensures that Purchase of Service Operators are informed of Regional policies and procedures.
• Liaises with Regional Staff; develops and maintains effective partnerships with community agencies.
• Represents the Department in the co-ordination and presentation of training sessions; provides orientation to new operators regarding attendance recording, billing and invoicing procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
• May occasionally be required to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours, as related to the Departmental Emergency Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Childhood Education or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two (2) years experience as an early childhood educator in a licensed early childhood program including supervisory or leadership experience or equivalent experience in a home child care environment.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Fluent in both English and French including verbal and written ability.
• Knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts, Regulations and Guidelines pertaining to childcare, nurseries, Ontario Works program and parenting programs.
• Knowledge of local community agencies and the services they provide.
• Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check