Enrollment Specialist

Child Start, Inc. is currently seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Enrollment Specialist to join our team. As an Enrollment Specialist, you will play a vital role in the enrollment process for our early childhood education programs. You will be responsible for assisting families with the application process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of enrollment documents, and maintaining up-to-date records in our database. Establish a comfortable working relationship with families beginning at the time of applicationConduct interviews and review family documentation to verify essential eligibility criteria and maintain comprehensive and accurate electronic eligibility determination recordsConduct home visits when needed, alone or with appropriate staff, to complete application interviews or to make contact when other means of communication are lackingForm and maintain working relationships with outside agencies to facilitate both recruitment and services to enrolled and waitlisted familiesSet up and staff recruitment tables to sign up potential new families at community organizations and eventsSupport efforts to ensure centers maintain funded enrollment level and an ongoing waitlistManage Child Start's hotline and online pre-application processProvide appropriate information and referrals to waitlisted families, including paperwork required before a child may attend a center-based programEnsure data is entered accurately along with all applicable documentation to complete applicationsProcess EHS to HS transition eligibility verifications, as assigned Requirements Associate's Degree in social work, business or a related field. Education, certifications, training and experience will be considered. Requires one to three years of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and proceduresHead Start or database experience preferredBilingual preferredMust be able to travel to other Child Start locations and applicant homes to complete eligibility paperworkUse of office equipment such as telephone system, fax, scanner, etcMicrosoft Office proficiency and data entry accuracyFocused attention to detail, well-organized and demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasksAble to communicate in a professional manner through verbal/written means, maintaining confidentiality at all timesRequires a high level of confidentiality, personal integrity, and ethicsMust be sensitive, respectful, and accepting of all familiesMust gain extensive knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and agency procedures as they pertain to eligibility Benefits Child Start's Enrollment Specialist is $16.78 per hour, 40 hours per week / 52 weeks per year. Child Start offers competitive salary and benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision plans, company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, 9 paid holidays each year, and much more! Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In compliance with KDHE requirements, Child Start will request proof of measles (MMR) vaccination or documented immunity during the employment process. Must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS.