CACFP Specialist

Sieda is now accepting applications for a CACFP Specialist for the Child Development Unit. The position will be located at the Sieda Corporate office in Wapello County with some travel within the Sieda service area.

CACFP Specialist –
Child Development

• Reports to:
  
  Child Development Director
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt

Works closely with the CACFP Coordinator, Child Development Director, and Assistant Director to ensure that administrative responsibilities are carried out in a timely, organized, and efficient manner. Is responsible for supporting high‑quality CACFP programming that complies with state and federal regulations. Through monitoring, recruitment, and tracking of Head Start centers and family day care home providers, is responsible for providing resources and support to staff, home daycare providers, and other team members.

• Assists in monitoring Child Care Providers on a regular basis to assure compliance with program requirements.
• Assists in monitoring CACFP records and CACFP Provider claims.
• Plans meals, in conjunction with the catering sites and contracted dietician, which meet the USDA requirements for preschool children and children who require special dietary modifications.
• Calculates, monitors, and submits monthly CACFP claims for Head Start centers.
• Prepares contracts for Head Start catering sites. Meets with site personnel to update and review contracts as needed.
• Conducts two unannounced site visits in each Head Start classroom annually to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Tracks all required information regarding nutrition service delivery areas for Head Start program and funding reports.
• Develops and monitors nutritional training for all Head Start staff.
• Provides additional training and support for nutrition staff per new employee orientation schedule or individual staff development plans.
• Reviews and approves monthly nutrition activities.
• Provides regular written and oral reports for nutrition services to the CACFP Coordinator and/or the Child Development Director.
• Assists the CACFP Coordinator in identifying training needs and potential resources.
• Other duties determined necessary to achieve the goals of the agency.

• Receives periodic supervision regarding task guidelines and completion.
• Limited independent decision‑making authority.

• Obtain training required by Sieda and Child and Adult Care Food program guidelines.
• Must complete required training hours annually, per Iowa Bureau of Nutrition and Health for Child and Adult Care Food programs.
• Mandatory reporters of child and dependent adult abuse are required to hold valid training certifications.
• Must have up to date certification in CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions.
• Participate in pre‑service, in‑service/other training, staff meetings, and committee work as required.
• Seeks out professional development through education, role modeling, mentoring, and available resources and training opportunities.

• Requires varying levels of interaction with staff, customers, and other agencies in a role where they represent the Child and Adult Care Food program and the Head Start program.
• Involved in the planning of a limited area within the Child and Adult Care Food program reflective of job responsibilities.

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• Supports and models the organization’s and unit’s mission, vision, and values.
• Maintain a regular attendance pattern to ensure the continuity of services and adequate staff coverage.
• Demonstrate professional behavior at all times including appearance and maintaining an orderly and functional work area.
• Treat all individuals in a courteous, non‑judgmental, reasonable and confidential manner.
• Must uphold the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Code of Ethics and Head Start Standards of Conduct.
• Accepts responsibility as a member of the team and works cooperatively with all staff for the benefit of children and their families.
• Meets all required deadlines.