About

• Description
• Make a Difference from Day One — Join Programs for Parents (PFP)

• Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? At PFP, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven nonprofit that helps ensure every child gets the best possible start in life.

• We serve Essex County, NJ by empowering families, supporting childcare providers, and advocating for quality early childhood education. Our work encompasses providing education and referrals, promoting best practices, and connecting families with essential financial resources to help them thrive.

We believe that the people who support our mission deserve support too. That’s why we prioritize employee well-being with a competitive benefits package for full-time team members, including

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match
• Life Insurance and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off- Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Self-care days

• Join a team that values compassion, community, and collaboration. Together, we’re building brighter futures — one child at a time.
• Requirements

The Provider Management Department is responsible for the certification of Family Child Care (FCC) providers, approvals for Family Friend and Neighbor (FFN) childcare providers, as well as the oversight of Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP) participants. As the Bilingual Child Care Home Inspector/Trainer, you will communicate in English and Spanish, providing Spanish translation as needed, to ensure providers meet licensing requirements and/or Department of Human Services/Division of Family Development (DHS/DFD) requirements for funding under the Child Care Assistance Program. Essential duties include, but are not limited to

• scheduling and conducting home inspections.
• scheduling and conducting Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid training (if applicable).
• ensuring compliance with Child Abuse and Criminal History Record Checks (if applicable).
• uploading/syncing completed inspection reports to NJCCIS.
• communicating with the Director when pre-enforcement and/or enforcement is recommended.
• explaining provider eligibility requirements and providing technical assistance.
• providing orientation training and disseminating health and safety information (if applicable).
• organizing and maintaining files in audit-ready condition.
• participating in staff meetings and professional development as required.
• maintaining, securing, and safeguarding confidential information.
• providing other related duties as requested, assigned, or directed to meet the needs of the Department.
• Knowledge and Abilities (Competencies)
• Ability to read, interpret, and speak Spanish fluently.
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate and effectively present information to large groups.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and offer creative solutions for training methods.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to meet productivity standards within established timelines.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time
• Education and Experience Required
• High School Diploma required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable/insured vehicle required
• Bilingual Spanish/English required
• Associate's Degree preferred
• Experience in Human Services or the Child Development industry preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred