CACFP Coordinator

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Catholic Charities Community Services is currently seeking a qualified, caring individual to work in our Head Start Program overseeing the nutrition services of our students, families and staff.

JOB SUMMARY : The CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) Coordinator ensures nutrition services are provided in accordance with State and Federal guidelines. The CACFP Coordinator is responsible for tracking and record keeping of nutrition and food services; meal orders, meal deliveries/received, invoices, meal claiming and monitoring.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Establishes policies and procedures for the nutrition portion of the program with staff that support the effective implementation of nutrition services including food handling at the site.
2. Monitors monthly CACFP reports to maintain quality control in monthly claims to state agencies.
3. Performs annual CACFP and Civil Rights training, as required by State.
4. Trains new employees on the CACFP policies and procedures including training on the components of annual CACFP and Civil Rights training.
5. Assists in ordering and scheduling food deliveries.
6. Assists in creating a monitoring schedule and monitors all CACFP as required by State.
7. Conduct on-site monitoring reviews at a minimum of three times per year for each provider to ensure providers are serving children nutritious meals and snacks and complying with program rules and regulations.
8. Where applicable, responsible for overseeing food service operation at center, to include menu planning, monitoring food budgeting and purchasing.
9. Properly document and implement food services to meet USDA’s (United States Department of Agriculture) CACFP requirements.
10. Works cooperatively with identified person responsible for fiscal monitoring of the CACFP program and completing the application for sponsorship.
11. Checks menu books for complete, appropriate, accurate documentation. Conducts kitchen monitoring reviews.
12. Administers and complies with all relevant CACFP and Head Start regulations.
13. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards including specific knowledge of Child Nutrition portion of the Standards.
14. Estimates daily or weekly needs and requests food supplies and equipment through established procurement procedures.
15. Works in conjunction with operations to ensure proper inventory and purchasing of food supplies and equipment as needed.
16. Serves as the CACFP resource for teachers, home visitors and family services staff.
17. Provides training and technical assistance for staff and teachers on food handling and sanitation, as well as providing parent orientation and training on nutrition and food safety.
18. Develops and implements a plan and system of continuous monitoring and evaluation of activities within the program. Keeps complete records and documentation of all contacts.
19. Assists in overseeing the procurement of the purchasing of all food products and commodities for the program.
20. Assists in completing the annual ADE (Arizona Department of Education) CACFP application and also developing the scope of nutrition related contracts and works closely with various vendors.
21. Produces reports monthly on the status of food services and meal claiming.
22. Monitors food acceptance portions and provides feedback to registered dietician and food vendor.
23. Monitors the proper storage of food supplies.
24. Monitors and maintains a schedule that ensures that food is prepared and distributed to the various sites in an efficient and timely manner.
25. Keeps daily record of meals served.
26. Monitors Point-of-Service on a weekly basis.
27. Promotes ongoing commitment to excellence and continual quality improvement to ensure the highest quality of services to our staff and clients.
28. Other duties as assigned.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

1. This position may require flexibility in scheduling to attend and actively participate in evening and weekend events, including but not limited to parent meetings, family engagement activities, community outreach events, trainings, recruitment efforts, program celebrations, and other agency-sponsored functions as assigned.
2. Prepares, and attends all meetings, trainings, and conferences as assigned.
3. Maintains self and functional work environment.
4. Performs other tasks as may be required for the efficient comprehensive, integrated program.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education/Background : Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent with three years of experience in monitoring CACFP. Bilingual preferred. 12 ECE (Early Childhood Credits) preferred.

Required Competencies/Job Knowledge: Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the agency and community. Considerable knowledge and understanding required of Head Start Policies and Procedures and developmentally appropriate Early Childhood Education practices; considerable knowledge required of applicable laws, regulations, statutes, and policies related to the effective functioning of Head Start programs; and the ability to train others using a variety of training techniques and styles. Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications (Word & Outlook).

Working Conditions/Physical Demands : Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate interruptions. May need to work in a non-air-conditioned facility and may be in contact with communicable diseases. Must be able to work with pre-school age children. Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, assist children to the bathroom, sit on floor and ambulate over uneven floor surfaces including stairs, steps and playgrounds. Must be able to visually and auditory assess and interact with clients to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Requires driving and may lift up to 40 pounds.

Credentials, Licenses, and Certifications:

1. Meets Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) requirements for licensure
2. Possesses or acquires, and maintains, Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance
3. Provides tuberculosis self-screening form annually. May also be required to follow recommendations for further tuberculosis testing, as applicable
4. Meets federal Head Start employment requirements including physical examination at hire
5. Possesses or acquires, and maintains, valid Maricopa County Environmental Services Food Service Manager Certificate
6. Possesses and maintains valid Arizona driver license (An individual must be 21 years of age or older to drive on behalf of Catholic Charities Community Services Westside Head Start)
7. Reliable personal transportation and ability to show proof of current/valid vehicle registration and insurance with state minimum liability coverage.

Great Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Basic Life, Short-Term Disability, Vacation, Sick Time, 13 Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 403(b) with a match, EAP and a Pension Plan!

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