Child Nutrition Program Assistant
September 2024
Since 1965, Capstone Community Action has supported individuals and families in Central Vermont in achieving stability and rising out of poverty. Guided by Capstone's mission to create resilient households and communities and to advance justice in social, economic, and environmental policy, our programs and services focus on supporting individuals and families in making ends meet, building stronger families, creating warm and healthy homes, and opening doors to economic opportunity.
Position: Capstone is seeking a part-time, 25-hour per week Child Nutrition Program Assistant to join our work in serving Franklin and Orleans counties. This position will implement the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and other programs designed to recruit, establish, and support childcare providers to enhance home-based childcare's quantity, quality, and stability in the community. This is a fully remote position.
Qualifications: Candidates should have an associate's degree, with a minimum of 3 years working in a community-based organization or non-profit organization, or relevant work experience that would provide the skills and knowledge to be successful in performing the work of the Child Nutrition Program Assistant.
Competencies and other requirements for this position include:
- Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully with diverse populations.
- Excellent organizational, administrative, and recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team toward shared goals and objectives.
- Implement the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program and VT Family Child Care regulations.
- Network with appropriate agencies.
- Ability to travel to programs throughout Franklin and Orleans counties and occasionally to Washington County for team meetings.
Compensation & Benefits: This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a 25-hour per week standard schedule and competitive pay at $16.32 – $20.05 per hour. Capstone's benefits program offers generous paid time off, health, dental, and life insurance plans, and a 401k retirement plan with employer match.
To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter by email to jobs@capstonevt.org; applications may also be mailed via USPS mail to Capstone Community Action Human Resources, 20 Gable Place, Barre, VT 05641. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at jobs@capstonevt.org or at 802-479-1053.
Capstone Community Action is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Location: Franklin and Orleans Counties - Remote