Family Support Coordinator
Company: Community Resources for Children
Location: Napa
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Position Summary
The Family Support Coordinator has a broad knowledge of the
programs and services offered by Community Resources for Children
and the field of early childhood education. This position is
responsible for helping families, child care providers, and
community members navigate our organization and for providing
clients with accurate information about our programs, community
resources and other required information. The Coordinator ensures
that all families can access the programs that best meet their
needs. The Family Support Coordinator provides operational
assistance to active and prospective CRC families. The Family
Support Coordinator manages the Childcare Eligibility List (CEL)
and supports families through the enrollment process and provides
referrals based on individual needs. The Family Support Coordinator
also provides operational support to the Family Support Program,
the Executive Office and CRC at large. The position plays a
critical role in engaging families and child care providers in the
Alternative Payment Program in Early Learning Programs and Provider
Support Services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Understand
and support the mission and goals of Community Resources for
Children (CRC) Provides high level of customer service consistent
with the values of CRC Process all incoming and outgoing paperwork
for Family Support Program, forward to appropriate parties Develop
and implement outreach strategies for engaging Family Support
Program clients in Early Learning Programs, Provider Support
Services, and all CRC community events In partnership with Outreach
Coordinator, execute CRC community events and engage Family Support
Program families Lead various assistance programs, including
holiday distribution Assist clients with intake process for CRC’s
subsidized child care programs, by conducting initial screenings,
completing Centralized Eligibility List (CEL) applications and
child care referrals with families Maintain Centralized Eligibility
List (CEL) applications and family enrollment statuses in database.
Communicate with families to verify information and update CEL
applications. Refer families to statewide APPs if they are not Napa
County residents. Support Family Support Program with operational
tasks, such as monthly and annual AP mailing, filing family and
provider paperwork, processing and uploading all incoming
attendance logs, restocking forms, and preparing paperwork for mail
and will-call Co-develop and execute efficient process for tracking
and processing incoming attendance logs Stay informed regarding
CRC’s programs and services, providing general information and
applying knowledge of eligibility criteria and target audience to
refer clients as appropriate Complete intake assessments and refer
clients to community partners/resources as needed Complete Intake
Assessments with families to refer them to appropriate Community
Based Organizations and community resources Maintain a secure and
organized workspace in accordance with CRC policies and best
practices to ensure client confidentiality. Demonstrate flexibility
in work schedule to ensure client/program needs are met Attend and
participate in all required meetings, conferences and training
relating to service delivery and professional development Conduct
outreach and participate in events to promote programs and agency
as needed Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements:
Education, Experience and Requirements Bachelor’s degree in child
development, human services, social work or similar subject
required Minimum of two years’ work experience in community-based
organizations, supporting families. High level of proficiency in
computer skills, including skills in MS Office (Word, Excel,
Outlook, PowerPoint, Contact Management Systems) Live scan
fingerprinting and Department of Justice background clearance, to
be completed upon hiring Reliable transportation, valid California
driver’s license and insurance Bi-lingual Spanish required
Skills/Competencies Ability to work independently and to
collaborate with others Excellent written and verbal communication
skills Ability to listen and respond appropriately to clients’
needs to make competent referrals Excellent customer service
orientation, including the ability to navigate difficult
conversations with families and providers with sensitivity and
empathy Demonstrate inclusive mindset and cultural competency when
working and communicating with individuals from diverse cultural
and ethnic backgrounds and/or who have disabilities Attention to
detail and ability to process complex information and documentation
Accuracy and thoroughness in handling and inputting data Ability to
prioritize tasks and manage time appropriately while juggling
multiple deadlines Willingness to adapt to new regulations and
processes, accept supervision and apply feedback to learn and
improve performance Willingness to work occasional evenings and
weekends Physical Job Description Typical office environment, no
unusual exposures Equipment usage includes computer, tablet,
telephone, copy machine, projector and shredder Essential Physical
Tasks: Must be able to sit and type on a computer keyboard,
communicate with clients by telephone, drive a car to travel to
meetings or appointments and lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
NOTICE: This description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities
and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or
without notice.
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