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We’re always seeking new talent in a variety of positions. If you are looking for a rewarding career that also benefits your community, then consider joining our team. We offer career opportunities in a variety of fields, including early education, transportation, employment services, administration and more. Current employment openings can be found below. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability. EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

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Nutritional Resources
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Transportation

Community Services/HEAP Director/Agency Operations Officer-Marion County Central Office

Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, Washington County
  • Central Office
  • Community Services
Description:
POSITION DESCRIPTION(S):  Primary: Community Services/HEAP Director is responsible for the overall management of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) programs. Will supervise all programmatic aspects of the CSBG/HEAP and other related programs working with staff and/or clients to build families toward self-sufficiency. Directs and coordinates activities concerned with implementation and carrying out objectives of programs. Compile reports and record activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified desired program outcomes. Monitors expenditures in accordance with respective programs’ budget allocations. Ensures implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Plans and develops methods and procedures for implementing CSBG/HEAP programs. Reports to the Executive Director about problems that affect efficient operations of the CSBG program. Secondary: Agency Operations Officer is responsible for administrative functions, process improvement, identifying various compliance issues and strategic planning and development, developing agency policies and ensuring compliance. This can include leading teams of workers, analyzing performance data, and strategizing for the future. Ensuring the Agency complies with governing regulations and agency policies and procedures.

*Ideal candidate will hold both primary and secondary positions based on qualifications and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Works closely with the Executive Director, Committees and Board of Directors to develop and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.
  • Oversees operational compliance of federal, state, and local contracts and private grants associated with programs service delivery. Prepares CSBG budgets and Community Service Block Grant Plans.
  • Supervises County Coordinators and indirectly their staff. Carry out the supervisory activities in accordance with the Agency’s policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, recommending for hire, promoting and training employees, planning, assigning directing and approving work; appraising performance; disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems; and recommending salary.
  • Coordinate Community Services staff and related program personnel work plans and activities. Directs and coordinates CSBG/HEAP program activities and exercises control over Community Service Coordinators for carrying out program goals and objectives.
  • Travel to program sites within the 8-county service area for the purpose of monitoring, meeting with community organizations, and advancing overall program objectives. Travel within and outside of the state to attend conferences and meetings.
  • Periodically evaluates CSBG staff for performance standards and determines training needs.
  • Provide recommendations to Executive Director based on Community Needs Assessment, Organizational Standards and ROMA Next Generation.
  • Prepares and maintains Agency Organizational Standards for State and National compliance. This also includes Strategic Plans and Risk Assessments.
  • Assess current procedures, analyzing performance data, and updating policies to reflect recent developments.
  • Improve functionality within programs to align with agency objectives.
  • Assist in developing agency policies and ensuring compliance.
  • Represent the organization to funding partnership and key community stakeholders as necessary for reporting, fund development and community collaboration efforts.
  • Interact with State and local networks including community organizations work groups, business members, and faith-based organizations to develop and maintain a strong community service network.
  • May assist in ongoing development of the Board of Directors and serve as a liaison to the board.
  • Oversees the Annual Community Needs Assessment process to capture data throughout Agency programs and CKCAC Service Area.
  • Ensure that participant satisfaction surveys are distributed throughout all programs and counties and results are shared with administration and the Board of Directors for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with programs’ regulations and eligibility guidelines and conduct ongoing program planning and evaluation.
  • Ensure timelines and accuracy of program reporting for federal state, and local funders.
  • Plan and conduct public information and community relations activities for program.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports for submission as appropriate to funders.
  • Ensure quality control of work performance.
  • Provide assistance to other Agency programs/services related to Community Service programs.
  • Refer clients to available community resources.
  • Attend meetings and conferences as approved by Executive Director.
  • Perform duties in a harmonious manner with other staff.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Executive Director.

 

Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • At least five (5) years’ of relevant work experience in an administrative position.
  • Demonstrated supervisory ability.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and relate well with others.
  • Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to complete required reports and compose correspondence.
  • Belief in mission of Community Action and desire to serve those in need.
  • Knowledgeable of the CKCAC service area.
  • Access to automobile and have current valid Kentucky driver’s license.
  • Must be free from communicable disease.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate’s degree in Social Services, Business Administration, or related field. (preferred)

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

 

How To Apply:

Please visit the link below to apply: https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

or mail application/resume to: CKCAC-CSBG/HEAP Director/Agency Operations Officer; PO Box 830; Lebanon KY  40033 by March 27, 2026.

Central KY Community Action Council – Transportation Specialist for Elizabethtown KY

Hardin County
  • Central Office
  • Transportation
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: Transportation Specialists provide safe transportation services for clients utilizing the agency’s transportation service. Responsible for maintaining accurate service and van records and safe operation of agency vehicles.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Provides transportation service to enrolled participants and assist to and from the door of their residence to the vehicle and/or service destination.
• Maintains accurate van reports.
• Ensures all riders are accounted for and that some individual/program pays for transportation services.
• Provides safe assistance to each passenger boarding the vehicle.
• Opens and closes all vehicle doors.
• Must wear seat belt.
• Ensures daily check in with Lead Driver.
• Observes manifests and prepares for trips scheduled on the following day.
• Checks engine oil each day before starting the vehicle.
• Attends staff meetings and training sessions as necessary.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the agency and the community.
• Prepares and submits timesheet as required.
• Ensures that all vehicle doors are unlocked before starting the day
• Ensure all vehicle doors are locked when away from it.
• Checks for proper clearance before pulling under low roofs, carports, or drive-in windows.
• Stops at all railroad crossings.
• Assures vehicle cleanliness and maintenance.
• Does not leave the vehicle(s) with the engine running.
• Reports all injuries to the Safety and Security Officer.
• Remains familiar with and follows safety rules, procedures, and policies.
• Participates in quarterly safety meetings.
• Operates agency equipment in the way it was intended.
• Responsible for managing on-board safety and security incidents from impact until supervisors and/or first responders arrive.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be able to always drive with both hands on the steering wheel.
• Must be able to check all fluid levels.
• Must assist all clients on and off vehicles.
• On all lift/ramp equipped vehicles, assist wheelchairs onto the vehicle; roll wheelchair to the locking device in vehicle and squat down to secure the wheelchair; open and close all doors. The factory weight limit for lifts on wheelchair buses is 800 lbs.
• Carry the 5 limit bags of groceries from vehicles to the home (weight 10 – 15 lbs).
• Perform vehicle inspection, looking underneath the vehicle for leaks.
• Listen and communicate with the cell phone provided by company.
• Ease a client carefully onto the ground, hard surface, or floor to perform CPR.
• Must be able to drive the vehicle without the help of pillow’s/wood blocks, etc. to reach the vehicle controls, such as the accelerator.
• Must be able to sit for a period of 2 hours. (Sitting time depends on the distance of trip.)
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings.
• DOT physical/drug screen required.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
How To Apply:
To apply for this job, please click the link below:
link below:
Or send resume to: Central KY Community Action Council-Transportation Specialist; PO Box 830; Lebanon, KY 40033.
Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Teacher-Lebanon and Radcliff

Marion, Hardin County
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
  • Ensures every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
  • Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
  • Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
  • Ensures that each child’s interest drives curriculum.
  • Maintains a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
  • Ensures each child shows measurable progress towards learning outcomes/standards.
  • Ensure parents, staff, and partners are knowledgeable regarding initial screening and ongoing assessment of child’s progress.
  • Timely and accurately completes documentation and recordkeeping and ensures maintenance as required by applicable regulations.
  • Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Experience working with children.
  • Reliable transportation is required.
  • Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Background check/drug screen

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate’s in ECE/IECE (required)
  • Bachelor’s in ECE/IECE (preferred)

 

How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Special Needs Collaborator for Meade County

Meade County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Special Needs Collaborator will coordinate disabilities activities for children with a defined disability, including establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship with other Head Start staff, working with teachers and parents to aid their understanding of the needs of the child receiving services.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Provides quality early care and education, disability, and mental health services.
• Ensures quality services are delivered to families of special needs children.
• Possesses knowledge and expertise which results in continuous improvement of efficient and effective disability and mental health services.
• Guarantees that resources are maximized resulting in comprehensive services to children and families.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with staff, parents, children, and the community.
• Ensures that actions and statements, as a representative of the agency, promote and progress the agency mission.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and according to federal, state and local regulations.
• Achieves desired results with children, parents, staff and community by effectively using all forms of communication.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to monitor and prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, and rise from the floor.
• Ability to reach with hands/arms and use hands to manipulate, handle, and feel objects.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Background check/drug screen.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate’s degree in special education, social work, psychology or related field (required).
• Bachelor’s degree and/or precious special education or related experience (preferred).
How To Apply:
Mail resume/application to CKCAC, Attn: Head Start Special Needs Collaborator, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033.
Click or visit the link below to apply:
Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Instructional Assistant – Elizabethtown KY

Hardin County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children.
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or enrollment in a CDA credential program with an anticipated completion date within 2 years of hire) (required).
How To Apply:

Mail your resume or application to CKCAC Attn: Head Start Instructional Assistant, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033.

Visit or click link below to apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Head Start Instructional Assistant – Lebanon KY

Marion County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children.
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or enrollment in a CDA credential program with an anticipated completion date within 2 years of hire) (required).
How To Apply:

Mail your resume or application to CKCAC Attn: Head Start Instructional Assistant, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033.

Visit or click link below to apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Head Start Teacher-Meade County

Meade County
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
  • Ensures every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
  • Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
  • Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
  • Ensures that each child’s interest drives curriculum.
  • Maintains a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
  • Ensures each child shows measurable progress towards learning outcomes/standards.
  • Ensure parents, staff, and partners are knowledgeable regarding initial screening and ongoing assessment of child’s progress.
  • Timely and accurately completes documentation and recordkeeping and ensures maintenance as required by applicable regulations.
  • Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Experience working with children.
  • Reliable transportation is required.
  • Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Background check/drug screen

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate’s in ECE/IECE (required)
  • Bachelor’s in ECE/IECE (preferred)

 

How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Nutrition Specialist needed for Radcliff Head Start Center

Hardin County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Nutrition Specialist is responsible for the implementation of nutritional service delivery and sanitation in accordance with program policies and procedures, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and federal, state, and local regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Ensures children receive meals and snacks according to USDA and performance standards.
• Communicates effectively and to appropriate staff and parents regarding meal service.
• Orders and maintains supplies needed for meal service.
• Adheres to classroom meal schedules and routines.
• Ensures facility is clean and well maintained. Maintains a clean kitchen/cafeteria area.
• Monitors kitchen/cafeteria for needed repairs and requests work orders.
• Ensures USDA documentation and recordkeeping are timely and accurately completed and maintained as required by all applicable regulations.
• Responsible for transporting and/or receiving meals from food service providers.
• Assists the children in setting the tables, serving the food and the sanitary disposal of unused meals.
• Performs cleaning and sanitizing duties such as washing dishes, utensils, equipment, counters, cabinets, chairs, and tables; along with trash removal, food preparation surfaces sanitation and food storage appliances and equipment cleansing.
• Oversees and maintains inventory of food items, supplies and materials.
• Monitors and records the temperature of cold and hot food items to ensure food items are served at appropriate and acceptable temperatures.
• Food preparation, including attention to detail regarding children with modified diets and appropriate portion sizes.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
SCHEDULE:
• Full-time (35 hours/week), Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

How To Apply:

Click on the link below to apply:

You may also mail in your resume or application to: CKCAC Nutrition Specialist, PO Box 830; Lebanon KY 40033.

 

 

Head Start Substitute-Bardstown, Elizabethtown, Lebanon, Hodgenville, New Haven, Radcliff, Ekron and Springfield KY

Hardin, Nelson, Washington, Grayson, Meade, Marion, Breckinridge, LaRue County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant Substitute is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes. This position is on an AS NEEDED basis, in the absence of a Head Start Teacher/Instructional Assistant.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children.
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or enrollment in a CDA credential program with an anticipated completion date within 2 years of hire) (required).

How To Apply:

Mail your resume or application to CKCAC Head Start Substitute; PO Box 830; Lebanon KY  40033 or to apply for this job, click or visit the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Instructional Assistant – Radcliff KY

Hardin County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children.
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or enrollment in a CDA credential program with an anticipated completion date within 2 years of hire) (required).
How To Apply:

Mail your resume or application to CKCAC Attn: Head Start Instructional Assistant, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033.

Visit or click link below to apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Early Head Start Teacher-LaRue County

LaRue County
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for all aspects of the care and education of enrolled children.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Provides services to toddlers including physical caregiving, developmental assessments, and implementing age-appropriate curricula.
  • Serves as the primary teacher for children and ensures safe and healthy learning environments and individualized learning activities for children.
  • Individual may also be designated as a Center Assistant, assigned to classrooms as needed to provide continuity of care for required coverage during staff breaks, staff planning, and full-day operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Works well independently and as part of a team.
  • Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to monitor and prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Ability to regularly lift and carry toddlers who may range in weight up to 45 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, and rise from the floor.
  • Ability to reach with hands/arms and use hands to manipulate, handle, and feel objects.
  • Background check/drug screen.
  • Reliable transportation required.

 

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent college coursework.
How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Early Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033 by July 18, 2025.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Teacher-LaRue County

LaRue County
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
  • Ensures every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
  • Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
  • Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
  • Ensures that each child’s interest drives curriculum.
  • Maintains a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
  • Ensures each child shows measurable progress towards learning outcomes/standards.
  • Ensure parents, staff, and partners are knowledgeable regarding initial screening and ongoing assessment of child’s progress.
  • Timely and accurately completes documentation and recordkeeping and ensures maintenance as required by applicable regulations.
  • Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Experience working with children.
  • Reliable transportation is required.
  • Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Background check/drug screen

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate’s in ECE/IECE (required)
  • Bachelor’s in ECE/IECE (preferred)

 

How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033 by July 18, 2025.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Bus Driver- LaRue, Meade, Hardin, and Washington

Hardin, LaRue, Meade, Washington County
  • Head Start
  • Transportation
Description:

Bus Drivers for Head Start are responsible for transporting children and maintaining bus records.

Requirements:

MUST have a Class C CDL Driving License (If you have Class B License you will need to go through training to drive Class C bus) with Passenger Transportation and School Bus Endorsements and have at least a high school diploma or GED.

Job Type: Part-time

Criminal check and pre-employment screenings are required.

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

How To Apply:

Mail resume to CKCAC HS Bus Driver; PO Box 830; Lebanon, KY 40033 by June 13, 2025 or you may apply by clicking or visiting the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

Senior Companion Volunteers Needed – Receive Tax-Free Stipend

Marion, Breckinridge, Grayson, Washington, Hardin and Nelson County
  • Senior Support
Description:

Job Description

Do what friends do for friends, by lending a helping hand as a Volunteer for Community Action’s Senior Companion Program!
Want to make a difference in a Senior or Physically Challenged person’s life? If you are age 55 or older, you can Volunteer as a Senior Companion and receive a Tax-Free Stipend that does NOT affect any government assistance you are receiving.
Where are Volunteers needed?
The Senior Companion Program currently serves six counties: Breckenridge, Grayson, Hardin, Marion, Nelson, and Washington.
What does a Volunteer do?
As a Volunteer, you are not expected to serve as a home health aide, psychologist, social worker, personal driver, or even a domestic.
What kind of Benefits could I receive as a Senior Companion Volunteer?
In addition to the personal satisfaction of helping others in your community, you may also be eligible for the following benefits as a Senior Companion Volunteer:
•$4.00 per Hour Tax-Free Stipend
•Mileage Reimbursement
•Meal Allowance
•Free Physical Examination
•Supplemental Accident & Liability Coverage
•No Weekends, Nights or Holidays
•Flexible Hours
•Holiday Pay
How do I volunteer for the Senior Companion Program?
Call Central Kentucky Community Action Council at 270-692-2136 and ask for Mary Jean Blake today! Ms. Blake can tell you more about the program and how you can help the many homebound seniors in your area that could use just a little help to keep them living independently.
Requirements:

As a Senior Companion Volunteer you would: help ease loneliness; help boost self-esteem; help clients solve problems; and provide personal assistance. Simply put, as a Volunteer Companion you are offering friendship and kindness to those who have difficulty with daily living tasks.

As a Senior Companion you will be one step closer to earning some extra money.

How To Apply:

Please send resume to careers@ckcac.org or mary.blake@ckcac.org or mail to: CKCAC-SCP; PO Box 830; Lebanon KY 40033.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

No available positions at this time.