Education Service Center Region 15.

• Early Head Start Assistant Cook

  Location: Early Head Start Center - Brownwood, TX
  Reports To: EHS Center Director/Program Director
  FLSA Status: Non Exempt - 12 Months - 215 Day Calendar
  
  Mission: Education Service Center Region 15 is dedicated to excellence in education through leadership, partnership, and service.
  Primary Purpose: The Early Head Start Assistant Cook reports to the Early Head Start Center Director and is responsible to assist with meal preparation, and the delivery of meals in accordance with established state regulations and Head Start Performance Standards as they relate to nutrition, health, and sanitation.
  
  Major Duties/Responsibilities:
  Assist the EHS Cook with the preparation of approximately fifty meals per day that meet Early Head Start and USDA nutrition requirements.
  Develop and follow standardized recipes, and use portion control methods, including the weighing/measuring of meal components in accordance with CACFP Meal Patterns.
  Ensure that special diets (as determined necessary) are adhered to.
  Maintain confidentiality concerning a child's files and health needs.
  Assist the EHS Cook to ensure meals are prepared on schedule.
  Use appropriate guidelines for estimating amounts to be prepared and ensure that extra food or leftovers are distributed or disposed of per policy.
  Use food production and food storage procedures that follow the Brown County Health Department and Serv Safe Food Handler requirements.
  Perform weekly food inventory and assist with placing orders for items needed.
  Maintain a clean and sanitary food prep area.
  Complete routine cleaning and maintenance of kitchen and equipment.
  Complete and document weekly and monthly cleaning duties.
  Wash and sanitize utensils and dishes thoroughly, assist with gathering meal carts from classroom for cleanup.
  Maintain proper hygiene and dress requirements for food service staff.
  Perform other duties as assigned by the Center Director, Head Start/Early Head Start Director and/or Executive Director.
  
  Special Knowledge/Skills:
  Knowledge of proper food storage, preparation and cooking, recipe usage, standard weights and measures, and workplace safety standards
  Possess superior cleaning and organization skills
  Valid Food Managers Certification Basic math skills and use of calculator
  Use tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive situations  
  
  Education/Experience:
  High school graduate or equivalent
  Two (2) years cook experience (Preferred)
  
  More Information:
  Robin Harmon, Program Director
  325-658-6571
  robin.harmon@esc15.net

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Associate

  Location: Education Service Center Region 15
  Reports To: Director or Administrative Services/Federal Programs
  FLSA Status: Exempt
  Salary: Based on ESC Salary Schedule
  **Open Until Filled**
  
  Mission: Education Service Center Region 15 is dedicated to excellence in education through leadership, partnership, and service.
  
  Position Purpose: This position reports to the Director of Administrative Services/Federal Programs and is responsible for providing collaborative services to meet the counseling needs of individual students and staff, as well as providing program-wide supports while supporting a high-performance culture that emphasizes excellence, quality, productivity, and standards.
  
  Major Duties/Responsibilities:
  Provide collaboration, coordination, and support in the development and delivery of quality counseling services.
  Assist with consultations, referrals, planning, information distribution, and direct care services tailored to meet staff, students, and families' needs.
  Maintain a reasonable caseload of students with an additional focus on parent/guardian/family engagement.
  Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documentation and adhere to all confidentiality standards of the counseling profession.  
  Maintain availability during extended hours as needed as a member of the ESC 15 Crisis Response Team.  
  Conduct suicide, trauma, violence, and risk assessments for students as needed.  
  Provide information, training, education, and consultation services to schools and communities concerning intervention issues. 
  Demonstrate high-quality customer services; build rapport/relationships with all stakeholders. 
  Demonstrate flexibility while working harmoniously in team settings and with other ESC staff. Maintain current Texas driver’s license and auto insurance and travel to provide home or community-based services and to attend professional growth activities and staff meetings. 
  Comply with program expectations as defined by the Program Director. 
  Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the ESC 15 leadership team.
  
  Special Knowledge/Skills:
  Evidence of leadership skills, especially in the area of diverse populations and at-risk students 
  Ability to collaborate with diverse staff and community members in the delivery of programs and services to at-risk students  
  Working knowledge of state codes governing guidance and counseling services 
  Working knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), specifically Tier II and III services 
  Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills  
  Strong computer skills in working with internet and software programs 
  Ability to demonstrate courteous, supportive behaviors when communicating and collaborating with parents, community personnel, and staff 
  Ability to reflect and evaluate current practices to determine strengths and areas of growth to access professional development to improve practices
  
  Experience:
  Minimum of two (2) years preferred in counseling, education, or a related field (including practicum/internship) Strong preference for prior experience with children, youth, and families
  
  Term:
  This position is funded through a federal grant and will only be for two years (July 2024-June 2026). The position is dependent upon continued funding of the U.S. Department of Education and is an at-will position. If hired, employee will receive required supervision to obtain full licensure as professional counselor, dependent upon fulfilling all state requirements. Employee will receive additional professional training and will need to sign a non-compete agreement.