Learning Care Group · 1 week ago
CACFP Compliance Specialist - VA/MD
Williamsburg, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$26.75/hr - $28/hr
3+ years expLearning Care Group is a community-focused organization dedicated to caring for children and families. The CACFP Compliance Specialist will ensure compliance with the Child & Adult Food Care Program across assigned areas, providing guidance and training to staff while managing related documentation and audits.
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Responsibilities
Keep current on changes regarding governmental/state regulations, act as compliance subject matter expert in assigned states relating to the CACFP/Federal Food Program and advise, Dept. Director, Manager, DM’s, school management staff of these changes. Ensure compliance with any other state mandated requirements
Responsible for preparing, processing, managing annual Federal Food (CACFP) management plans and contracts. Maintain records related to CACFP claims and reimbursements according to state and company requirements
Apply state CACFP regulations to standard training and deliver training to Directors/School management teams on paperwork and claim filing requirements relating to records maintenance and billing for the Federal Food (CACFP) Program
Conduct training with District Managers, Directors and staff members on the health and safety requirements surrounding sanitary food handling, nutrition, monitor visits, civil rights and other CACFP required trainings
Conduct required monitor visits and follow up at each assigned school to ensure compliance with CACFP/Federal Food state regulations
Ensure billing statements meet guidelines and that CACFP/Federal Food reimbursements are received. Track amounts billed vs. amounts paid through established edit check/FFAST system. Communicate credits or debits to manager and appropriate accounting support staff
Audit and perform compliance edit checks on monthly paperwork prepared by the school for accuracy and completeness, including Enrollment and Income Eligibility Forms
Uses financial analysis to extrapolate, evaluate, and manipulate claim data to create reporting for schools and District Managers and act on strategic options and opportunities
Facilitate State, Governmental, and internal company audits/administrative compliance reviews for site visits, meal counts, attendance, time and labor, menus, training, billing documentation and money distribution
Establish and maintain Corrective Action Plans for non-compliances found in all areas of the CACFP holding assigned schools accountable for program compliance
Build positive rapport and partner with state CACFP representatives in each assigned state, as well as school staff and field mgt
Attend state mandated CACFP trainings and workshops-in person and virtual. Communicate new policies/changes to manager and ensure documentation is kept on file
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent is required
Minimum of one-year CACFP/Food Program specific experience i.e.: monitoring, claim processing, auditing, and training
Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers
Capable of working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
Effective communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal
Proficient time management, organizational skills, and ability to meet established deadlines
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Ability to effectively mentor/train school leadership and ensure program implementation meets state and program requirements
Familiarity with CACFP/Federal Food rules and regulations in each state
Familiarity with CACFP audit and billing procedures
Demonstrated ability to build sound working relationships with external business representatives
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel, including the reviewing, formatting, and updating of spreadsheets
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree is preferred
3 years of experience working Early Childhood Education, Food Service, Nutrition, or a related field preferred
Benefits
Minimum 50% childcare discount
Immediate access to benefits
Innovative health programs
401(k) company match
Ongoing training
Tuition reimbursement
Credential assistance
Master Teacher Program
Paid time off
Variety of health and welfare benefits based on their Full-time or Part-time status
Medical
Dental
Vision
Healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Life insurance
Disability
Accident
Critical illness
Hospital indemnity
Pre-paid legal
Pet insurance
Identity theft protection
Education assistance including tuition reimbursement
Childcare discount available to all employees
Corporate partner Discounts
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
Company
Learning Care Group
Learning Care Group is the Second-largest for-profit child care provider .
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
PSP Investments
2018-03-13Series Unknown
2014-05-05Acquired
Leadership Team
John Bork
President, Chief Executive Officer
Adam Schober
Chief Financial Officer
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