Head of Ancillary Services directs and coordinates all aspects of non-nursing ancillary services like pharmacy, respiratory, medical records, and occupational or physical therapy. Sets policies and procedures and ensures all services meet the objectives of the organization. Being a Head of Ancillary Services requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Head of Ancillary Services typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Head of Ancillary Services typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Vice President of Head Start is responsible for administering and directing program
operations, health services, family services, ERSEA, outreach, nutrition, and home-based
services for the Head Start program, including supervision and development of direct reporting
staff; implementation and support of the education program; and ensuring full compliance
with State, Federal, local laws and regulations, and adherence to the Head Start Program
Performance Standards and regulations and ECS Policies and Procedures.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Administers and sustains the Head Start/Early Head Start grants through compliance of State,
Federal, and local laws and regulations and adherence to the Head Start Performance
Standards.
2. Serve as the management liaison with the Head Start Policy Council, organizing and supporting
the Council, attending all Council meetings, and training Council members. Shares information and
collaborates with the Policy Council in program governance of the HS/EHS grant.
3. Ensures compliance with HS Program Performance Standards in Early Head Start/Head Start
service areas including Governance, Operations, Health Services, Family Services, ERSEA,
Nutrition, Home-Based, Outreach, Education, and Facilities.
4. Assures remediation and develops a corrective action plan for any non-compliances reported by
Quality Assurance, Education, DCF, Office of Head Start, and other sources related to the program.
5. Supports continuing professional development of staff as part of the commitment to excellence.
6. Provides leadership and direct supervision to the management staff of Operations, Health and
Child Services, and Family Support Services.
7. Oversees the on-going monitoring by the Operations team to ensure full implementation of the
education program to include curriculum implementation with fidelity, child assessments, CLASS
assessments, pilots and projects, and use of technology in the classroom to meet or exceed the
growth range for each child.
8. Provides leadership and support for the implementation of the Trauma Informed Care practices
into existing and new programs and policies and procedures.
9. Implements and monitors the Head Start budget in coordination with the CFO and the COCO, to
support compliance with all budgetary requirements and ensure programmatic fiscal responsibility
with Federal Funds. Reviews and adjust expenditures based on monthly financial statements in
conjunction with the CFO, COCO, and Fiscal staff.
10. Monitors and assures the Non-Federal Share is met or exceeds the required amount. Submits
timely waivers if needed. Meets with staff, parents, and develops strategies, community
partnerships, and volunteers to increase the amount and sources of the program’s non-federal share.
11. In close collaboration with the COCO, AVP of Education and Head Start
Management team, establishes performance goals and participates in effective and
efficient program planning and implementation that ensure the delivery of high-
quality programs for children and families and furthers the ECS vision and mission.
12. Reviews and updates Head Start/Early Head Start program operation systems, including policies
and procedures, self-assessment, Program Information Report (PIR), long and short-term
planning/goals and improvement and/or action plans. Collaborate with the AVP of Education to review
and support School Readiness Goals.
13. Assists and contributes to the development of the ECS and Head Start Annual Report, HS/EHS
Grant Applications, and program budget. Provides information as needed for the Community Assessment
and Self-Assessment.
14. Prepares and submits accurate and timely reports required to the funding sources, the Executive
Team, Board of Trustees, Policy Council, and any other required parties.
15. Maintains open lines of communications with grantee personnel.
16. Seeks opportunities to collaborate with other ECS departments to improve communication between
departments and strengthen services provided to all children and families in the program.
17. Reads management and leadership materials and program related materials and shares with
appropriate staff. Stays abreast of developments in early childhood trends and research, funding
grant opportunities, and other opportunities of benefit to ECS.
18. Participates in all other agency activities that promotes the success of ECS.
19. Maintains continuous lines of communication, keeping the Chief of Center Operations informed of
all important issues and policy matters.
20. Provides any required or requested information to the Chief of Center Operations for the
Executive Team and Board/Policy Council meetings.
21. Takes an active role in representing ECS throughout the community and cultivating key
relationships.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of duties performed.
Employees will be required to perform other related marginal duties as required.)
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
administration, budgeting & fiscal management, and personnel administration & staff
supervision, preferably in a field related to early childcare, education, or families.
strongly preferred.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
objectives of early childhood education and Head Start program administration.
a highly collaborative team within the organization and build positive rapport with key
community groups and constituents.
in defining process and establishing relationships, both internal and external.
use of management information systems.
decision-making.
and monitoring.
conflict resolution.
parents, and external vendors with professionalism and diplomacy.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)
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