Child Care Specialist

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

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Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.

Loudoun County Department of Family Services seeks a dedicated, professional candidate for its Child Care Specialist position. The successful candidate will join the Public Assistance and Support division and the diverse department that envisions better health, safety, and well-being for all. The Department supports individuals and families in the community to live their best lives while advocating for those most vulnerable and respecting their right to self-determination.

The Childcare Specialist plays a vital role in supporting families by conducting casework and applying creative problem-solving strategies to help them access high-quality, affordable childcare. This meaningful position involves working closely with families and childcare providers to complete intakes, determine eligibility, manage cases, and respond to service requests.

Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing and implementing family-centered service plans, and coordinating services across departments, county agencies, and community organizations. The role also involves processing purchase orders and payments related to childcare services. This position offers the opportunity for ongoing collaboration with agency case managers, childcare providers, local nonprofits, and regional service networks.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and resourcefulness in addressing family needs.
• Experience in providing family-centered case management.
• A background or interest in early childhood development and education.
• This role offers the chance to engage in continuous professional development within a supportive and dynamic team.

• Conducting client assessments.
• Evaluating service needs.
• Coordinating and collaborating with other professionals to develop plans for individuals and families.
• Conducting crisis intervention and making client referrals.
• Coordinating and conducting workshop.
• Determining eligibility for assistance; applying federal, state, and local guidelines to determine eligibility; conducting thorough interviews; requesting necessary verifications; processing monitored cases; and adhering to all mandates, policies, and procedures.
• Developing daycare resources; developing activities, programs, resources, and vendors to support daycare programs; making referrals to and coordinating services and resources in the community to provide comprehensive services.
• Managing daycare caseload; meeting all state, local, and federal mandates and requirements for interviewing clients, processing applications, organizing and documenting case records. Evaluating and substantiating eligibility criteria. Ensuring case closure follows appropriate procedure.
• Maintaining program documentation.
• May perform other essential job functions specific to the position and department.
  
  Hiring salary commensurate with experience.

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pass pre-employment credit, criminal, and Child Protective Services (CPS) background checks. Bi-lingual skills in English and Spanish preferred.