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24 Career Opportunities at Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency


NMCAA Preschool Missaukee 1 – Lead Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

Have at least an associate or bachelor’s degree in child development or early
childhood education. Those with a CDA are welcome to apply as we can apply for a waiver through Head Start.

Experience working in a team environment.

40 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $21.77 - $23.01 per hour. Respond by 10/15.

EOE.

To apply for this position click on the job title above


The Recruitment and Health Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the success of the
Head Start program by managing family recruitment, enrollment, and health compliance.
This position works closely with families, staff, and community partners to promote child wellness and program accessibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruitment & Enrollment:
    • Develop and implement strategies to recruit eligible families for Head Start.
    • Conduct outreach activities in the community and maintain relationships with referral sources.
    • Assist families through the application and enrollment process, ensuring compliance with eligibility requirements.
  • Health Services Coordination:
    • Monitor and track children’s health requirements, including physicals, immunizations, and screenings.
    • Collaborate with healthcare providers and families to ensure timely completion of health services.
    • Maintain accurate health records in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
  • Family Support & Education:
    • Provide health education and resources to families.
    • Support families in accessing medical and dental services.

Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Health, Social Services, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
  • Experience in recruitment, health coordination, or family services preferred.
  • Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and community health resources is a plus.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and data management skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

40 hours per week, 50 weeks per year. $19.86 per hour. EOE.

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The Recruitment and Health Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the success of the
Head Start program by managing family recruitment, enrollment, and health compliance.
This position works closely with families, staff, and community partners to promote child wellness and program accessibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruitment & Enrollment:
    • Develop and implement strategies to recruit eligible families for Head Start.
    • Conduct outreach activities in the community and maintain relationships with referral sources.
    • Assist families through the application and enrollment process, ensuring compliance with eligibility requirements.
  • Health Services Coordination:
    • Monitor and track children’s health requirements, including physicals, immunizations, and screenings.
    • Collaborate with healthcare providers and families to ensure timely completion of health services.
    • Maintain accurate health records in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
  • Family Support & Education:
    • Provide health education and resources to families.
    • Support families in accessing medical and dental services.

Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Health, Social Services, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
  • Experience in recruitment, health coordination, or family services preferred.
  • Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and community health resources is a plus.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and data management skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

40 hours per week, 50 weeks per year. $19.86 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Boyne City – Assistant Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.

36 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.

EOE.

To apply for this position click on the job title above


NMCAA Preschool Ottawa – Assistant Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 41 weeks per year. $15.13 - 17.02 hr.
EOE. For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net 

To apply click on job title above.


SSVF Housing Based Case Manager — Manistee/Cadillac area

The Case Manager will collaborate with the Northwest Michigan Coalition to End Homelessness (NMCEH)

and the Michigan Balance of State Continuum of Care (BOSCOC) to implement the Housing and Homeless

Services programs of the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA). This position involves

direct engagement with the homeless population through community shelters and street outreach, assisting

clients in securing safe, permanent housing, and connecting them with additional community resources for

support. The Case Manager will also be responsible for maintaining client information, notes, and housing

plans, as well as completing reports for various programs and grants while advocating for effective solutions

to end homelessness.

This position will primarily serve clients in Manistee, Mason, and Oceana counties, with

additional support (as needed) for clients in Benzie and Grand Traverse Counties.
The ideal candidate will reside in or near Manistee, with office hours (as applicable) held in Cadillac.

BA/BS in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field preferred.

A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $19.86 per hour. EOE.

To apply for this position click on the job title above


EHS Center-Based Classroom Substitute — Houghton Lake Early Learning Center

To provide relational learning at EHS Centers to promote school readiness by enhancing
the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of education,
health, and nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.

Child Development Associate credential (CDA) with a focus on infant and toddler development.

Up to 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, as needed.

EOE. $18.05 per hour.

To apply for this position click on the Job Title above Substitute-EHS Houghton Lake 1


New Posting Substitute-Mesick 2

Sub


Housing and Homeless Services Supervisor — Cadillac

The Housing and Homeless Services Supervisor will collaborate with the Housing Stability Programs Operations Manager to ensure that the Housing and Homeless Services programs administered by Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA) align with our shared mission to end homelessness in the communities we serve.

BA/BS or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

A minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field is required; 3-5 years is preferred.

Full time, year-round. $22.51 per hour.

EOE.

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Come PLAY on our team!!
Paid time-off during the school year, wellness activities, flexible hours on some Fridays,

work from home on snow days, insurance, summers off, and continuing education support.
 

NMCAA Preschool - Chum's Plaza Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive

development of children through the provision of educational, health,

nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.

Have at least an associate or bachelor’s degree in child

development or early childhood education.

Experience working in a team environment.

40 hours per week, 42 weeks per year. $21.10 $22.32 per hour.

EOE

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Substitute for Chums Plaza - Traverse City

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool SubstitueTeacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners.

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a team environment.
29 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $14.26 – 15.36 per hour.
EOE. For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net click on Employment Tab and click on Career Opportunities.

Job Type: Part-time

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New Posting Substitute-Hannah

Substitute Teacher for St. Mary's of Hannah, Kingsley

NMCAA Preschool Substitute - Grand Traverse Area

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a team environment.

Part time, 38 weeks per year. $14.26 – 15.36 per hour.

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New Posting Food Program Driver

NMCAA CSFP/TEFAP Driver

To assist with the planning, organizing, and managing of the
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency CSFP/TEFAP Programs.

$18.90 Per Hour Full time- Location Cadillac Warehouse

Position requires valid CDL with Class A endorsement. Also requires maintaining a Hi-Lo Permit.

Daily driving within 10-county service area. Requires daily lifting of boxes up to 50 pounds.

Must meet DOT physical examination requirements, and Department of Transportation
Drug/Alcohol Testing Requirements.

Ability to interact respectfully with staff, clients, community partners and organizations,
vendors, and volunteers.

Ability to maintain professional confidentiality.

Pass all required background checks. EOE. Respond by 11/10.

For more information go to www.nmcaa.net Select Careers/Search Jobs > Food Program Driver


NMCAA Preschool Marty Paul, Cadillac Area - Substitute Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a team environment.

29 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $14.26 – 15.36 per hour.

EOE

To apply for this job click on the job title above


NMCAA Preschool  Cadillac Area - Substitute Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a team environment.

29 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $14.26 – 15.36 per hour.

EOE

To apply for this job click on the job title above


NMCAA Preschool Hannah – Classroom Aide

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other
services to enrolled children and families.

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience working in a team environment.

29 hours per week, 35 weeks per year. $14.26 -15.36 per hour.

EOE.

To apply for this position click on the job title above


NMCAA Preschool Missaukee 1 – Lead Teacher

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.

Have at least an associate or bachelor’s degree in child development or early
childhood education. Those with a CDA are welcome to apply as we can apply for a waiver through Head Start.

Experience working in a team environment.

40 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $21.77 - $23.01 per hour. Respond by 10/15.

EOE.

To apply for this position click on the job title above


NMCAA Discovery Early Head Start (TCHS)

Come and join our team of “baby brain builders”.
Classroom Aide needed for a classroom of 8 where we provide responsive
caregiving to infants and toddlers.
No weekends, health, vision, and dental insurance, paid holidays, accrued sick/personal time off, and professional development opportunities.
40 hours per week, 37 weeks per year. $14.26 - $15.36 per hour. High school diploma or GED preferred.

EOE

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SSVF Housing Navigator and Housing Based Case Manager — serving Wexford/Missaukee counties

The Case Manager will collaborate with the Northwest Michigan Coalition to End Homelessness (NMCEH)

and the Michigan Balance of State Continuum of Care (BOSCOC) to implement the Housing and Homeless

Services programs of the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA). This position involves

direct engagement with the homeless population through community shelters and street outreach, assisting

clients in securing safe, permanent housing, and connecting them with additional community resources for

support. The Case Manager will also be responsible for maintaining client information, notes, and housing

plans, as well as completing reports for various programs and grants while advocating for effective solutions

to end homelessness.

BA/BS in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field preferred.

A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $19.86 per hour. EOE.

For more information and to apply visit www.nmcaa.net Click on Careers/Search Jobs

Click on job title above to apply for position


Sub for Houghton Lake, Falmouth, Missauke and Roscommon


NMCAA Preschool East Jordan – Classroom Aide

To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other
services to enrolled children and families.

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience working in a team environment.

29 hours per week, 41 weeks per year. $14.26 -15.36 per hour.

EOE. 

To apply for this position please click on the job title above


NMCAA Early Head Start Center Substitute – North Street/Cadillac

Come and join our team of “baby brain builders”.

Early Head Start Center Substitute needed to join co-teacher in a
classroom of 8 where we provide responsive caregiving to infants and toddlers.

Minimum of a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) with a focus on infant and toddler development.

Up to 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, as needed.

EOE. $17.78 per hour.

To apply for the position click on the job title above


NMCAA Preschool Houghton Lake – Lead Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive

development of children through the provision of educational, health,

nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.

Have at least an associate or bachelor’s degree in child

development or early childhood education.

Experience working in a team environment.

40 hours per week, 37 weeks per year. $21.10 - $22.32 per hour.

EOE. 

For details and to apply click on Job Title above