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Bookkeeper (Administration) (added 9/29/2025)
Job description
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This position is full-time and benefits eligible*
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Based in Kona office
Successful candidate will be conscientious, have excellent attention to detail, engaging interpersonal skills, love to multi-task, demonstrate organizational skills, have the ability to work well under deadlines and have proficient Microsoft Office skills. Willing to train for the right candidate.
Bookkeeping responsibilities include Accounts Payable, Payroll, Data Entry, Filing, and various payroll and HR-related administrative tasks.
Position reports directly to the Controller and is part of a small admin team that supports direct service programs in fulfilling the agency’s mission, “To support families and communities in providing love and care for our children.” . . . since 1979.
Qualifications:
Bookkeeping experience – one year (preferred)
Home Visitor – Early Head Start(added 9/29/2025)
Job description
- This position is part-time (up to 19 hours per week)*
- Based out of Kona office
- Candidate must be able to travel to Waikoloa or Ka’u
As a Home Visitor for our Early Head Start program, you will partner with families and children, including those with special needs, on a scheduled one-to-one weekly basis in their homes for a minimum of 90 minutes – planning an individualized program which meets the child’s intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs. Assists families in identifying family resources and needs; furnishes information to families about available community resources; assists and enables parents to become self-advocates. Obtains data and conducts child development assessments and curriculum. Successful candidate is able to multi-task and has computer and office skills
Qualifications:
- Working with children and their families – especially ages 0-3
- Preschool teacher – classroom experience with young kids helpful
Preferred:
- Associates degree in early child education (ECE) or related field OR
- Associates degree in progress in ECE or related field with at least 2 years’ experience OR
- Childhood Development Associate credentials/certification
Care Coordinator – Child Development Program (Early Intervention) (added 7/28/25)
Job Summary:
- This position is full-time (40 hours per week) and benefits eligible*
- Based out of Kona office
- Candidate must be able to travel to North and South Kona (Waikoloa, Ka’u)
The Care Coordinator for Early Intervention is responsible for providing comprehensive support and services to children (ages 0-3) who are identified as having or being at risk of developmental delays. The role involves collaborating with families, care providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the child’s developmental needs are met through individualized plans and interventions.
Key Responsibilities
Service Coordination
- Coordinate and monitor child development and intervention services.
- Develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) in collaboration with families and professionals.
- Schedule and conduct regular home visits or tele practice sessions based on family preferences.
Family Support
- Educate and support parents and care providers to promote their child’s development.
- Facilitate weekly Family Support Team meetings.
- Provide recommendations and educational materials to families.
- Explain and implement the Primary Service Provider Coaching Model.
Collaboration and Communication
- Collaborate with the State of Hawaii Department of Health’s Early Intervention Section.
- Coordinate with other service providers based on the child’s needs.
- Maintain clear and concise communication with families and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure timely completion of all required documentation and reports.
Assessment and Evaluation
- Assess and evaluate the child’s developmental progress using evidence-based tools.
- Monitor and adjust intervention strategies to achieve desired child outcomes.
Compliance and Productivity
- Adhere to all program guidelines, timelines, and reporting requirements.
- Meet productivity requirements for assigned caseload.
Professional Development
- Stay current with research, trends, and developments in special education and related fields.
- Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisors or management.
Qualifications
Education/Licensure
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Social Service, Education, or a related field from an accredited institution (preferred); without degree – considered on an individual basis
- Master’s in social work preferred
- LSW (Licensed Social Worker) preferred but not required
Experience
- Work with families and children (2 years).
- Minimum one year of professional social work experience (preferred).
- Experience with early intervention and children with special needs (preferred).
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of developmental disabilities, ADA, and IDEA guidelines.
- Ability to interact effectively within a Primary Service Provider model using peer coaching.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and related applications.
- Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities without supervision.
- Sensitivity to working with diverse populations and a commitment to cultural competence.
- Strong judgment, flexibility, patience, and discretion.