About Us Employment Services We Provide Giving & Volunteering Latest News & Media Contact Us Resources Employment Updated as of 11-4-2021 LEADS, Inc., a community action agency in Licking County, has the following job opportunities available: FAMILY SERVICE WORKER: This full time position with our Buckeye Lake Head Start/Early Head Start Center is responsible for coordinating, collaborating and facilitating the effective delivery of social services and parent involvement to Head Start children, families and staff in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing regulations. This position operates as a liaison between classroom and home settings. Responsible for developing a partnership with families including the following: Assessing strengths and needs, developing goals using the Family Partnership Agreement, connecting with families resources to meet needs, and collaborating with other agencies to ensure easy access to resources. Conduct recruitment activities according to the LEADS recruitment plan in order to maintain 100% enrollment. The qualified candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree, Social Work Certificate or Licensure. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination drug screening. Salary range $12.50 – $17.97 per hour. ACCOUNTING CLERK II: This full time position in Newark assists in the fiscal department under the direction of the Fiscal Assistant. This position performs accounts payable related duties, which includes preparing vouchers and tracking past due bills. Perform bank reconciliations for all accounts, Monitor all charge card accounts. Monitor all in-kind contributions, i.e., keep running totals and filing. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prefer training in non-profit accounting with at least two (2) years college education and/or two (2) years’ accounting experience or any combination of education and experience. Experience in Accounts Payable, Data Collection, etc. Experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office products including but not limited to Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Must have good time management skills, ability to work under pressure and pay attention to detail. Must a have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, and complete various background checks including a pre-employment drug screen. Salary range: $14.97 – $16.87 per hour. HOME VISITOR: We have full time positions with our Head Start/Early Head Start programs in Licking County and Union County. (Please specify location when applying.) To provide in-home instruction as well as group socialization experience to parents and children which will enhance the parents’ ability to fill the role of primary nurturer of their child. Maintain on-going contact with families and work with all components (health, nutrition, family services, mental health, special services, parent education and resource/referral) to integrate services into the family setting. Must meet requirements per Federal Head Start Performance Standards and any local, state, and/or agency policies and procedures. The ideal candidate must have or be in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate family needs, may include some evening or weekend hours. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen. Salary range $15.97 – $17.97 per hour depending upon degree and license. TEACHER: We have full time positions with with our Marysville and Newark Head Start/Early Head Start Centers. Please specify location when applying. This position is responsible to provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for the children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area and field trips). To promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. To provide frequent contact with the families of the Head Start Children in the classroom and at home. To keep accurate written notes to develop individualized goals for the children, provide on-going assessment and successful transition into Kindergarten. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (or in the process of obtaining). Preference will be given to applicants with Pre-K certification or license; 2 years’ experience in Early Childhood Education program is preferred; must have experience in classroom management in a preschool setting, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance for work related driving. Must submit to a background check, including BCI and FBI Criminal Records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License, provide proof of auto insurance and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must complete a pre-employment physical examination drug screening. Salary range: $17.23 – $19.39 per hour, depending upon education and license. ASSISTANT TEACHER: We have positions with our Marysville, Delaware, and Newark Head Start/Early Head Start Centers. (Please specify location when applying.) This position is responsible to assist the classroom teacher in providing a successful, safe, and supervised educational setting for the children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). To assist the classroom teacher in promoting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. To provide frequent contact with the families of the Head Start children in the classroom and at home. To assist the classroom teacher with keeping accurate written notes to help develop individualized goals for the children, provide on-going assessment and successful transition into Kindergarten. The successful candidate must have an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with Pre-K certification or licensure. Applicant must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and a clean driving record for work related driving. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, complete a background check and a pre-employment physical and drug screen. Salary range: $10.16 – $14.76 per hour depending upon degree and license. ASSISTANT TEACHER – Part Time (approx. 28 hours/week): This part time position is with our Buckeye Lake Head Start/Early Head Start Center. This position is responsible to assist the classroom teacher in providing a successful, safe, and supervised educational setting for the children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). To assist the classroom teacher in promoting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. To provide frequent contact with the families of the Head Start children in the classroom and at home. To assist the classroom teacher with keeping accurate written notes to help develop individualized goals for the children, provide on-going assessment and successful transition into Kindergarten. The successful candidate must have an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Preference will be given to applicants with Pre-K certification or licensure. Applicant must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and a clean driving record for work related driving. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, complete a background check and a pre-employment physical and drug screen. Salary range: $10.16 – $14.76 per hour depending upon degree and license. FOOD SERVICE AID: This full time position assembles and delivers healthy meals to Head Start/Early Head Start Centers in Licking County. Ability to lift and load food carriers from floor to van. Ability to maintain high level of daily repetitive motion with arms and hands. Ability to stand and walk for most of an eight (8) hour day. Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen sanitation. Must have a High School Diploma or GED required. Must complete background check which includes BCI and FBI Criminal records, Federal and State Sex Offender registries and the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information system and be eligible for employment as required by ODJFS. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance for work related driving. A physical examination and drug screen is required before employment. Salary $9.98 per hour. CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE: The Customer Service Representative position within our Community Services in Newark is responsible for performing general office functions such as typing filing, faxing, etc. Perform program intake and provide assistance to our clients and the community. Responsible to collect and verify all required information and enter it into various systems. Must be able to work with and be sensitive to the needs of low income, elderly and/or minority clients. Answer multiline phone system and take accurate messages. Candidate will have good verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to perform mathematical computations. Able to work flexible hours to meet business needs. Able to lift up to 50 pounds. The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with 1-2+ years’ experience within the customer service environment. Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, and complete various background checks including a pre-employment drug screen. Salary: $12.87 – $14.07/hour. ENERGY AUDITOR: The Energy Auditor position with our Community Services Division in Newark provides assistance and counseling to customers on ways to be more energy efficient. This full time position will maintain records and prepare reports required by the Office of Energy Efficiency, Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development and other various regulatory agencies. Provide energy efficiency services to participants in the targeted Energy Partnership Programs (EPP), to insure customers can maximize benefits of the program. The qualified candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be willing to obtain training and certifications required by the Ohio Service Department Agency or LEADS. Candidate must be technically knowledgeable about energy usage, house as a system thinking/application, and technical benefits of measures’ installation. Able to install Electric base load measures or any other required program measures for customers. Must be able to work with and be sensitive to the needs of low-income, elderly and/or minority residents. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule to suit the needs of customers. Applicant must have a valid Ohio driver’s license, be insurable, and have a clean driving record for work related driving. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, complete a background check, and a pre-employment drug test. Salary range $14.07 – $16.34 per hour. CREW LEADER: The Crew Leader is a full time position with our Community Services Division in Newark, Ohio. This position will supervise an assigned crew to coordinate the completion of work that needs to be done on each job. Ensures Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) standards are followed for each home as outlined in the Weatherization Program Standards (WPS). Must have the ability to perform all weatherization skills and theory, i.e., blower door use, duct sealing and indoor air quality, heating unit inspections, maintenance and repair, pressure house diagnostics, estimation of materials needed to weatherize a home, provide consumer education, mobile home weatherization. Ensure accurate record keeping for each client and proper account of materials and inventory. Must be able to stand for eight (8) hours a day, climb ladders, and work in tight quarters and in unclean conditions. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions. The successful candidate must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience and/or training in construction trade, home weatherization or related field. Must have or be willing to obtain training within the first 180 days of employment on the use of blower door, duct sealing/pressure house diagnostics and be able to perform duties upon completion of training. Must be certified or be willing to obtain certification in OSHA 30. Must be willing to obtain training and certifications required by the Ohio Service Department Agency. Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, and complete various background checks including a pre-employment drug screen. Salary range: $14.07 – $15.39 per hour. WEATHERIZATION TECHNICIAN: The Technician with our Community Services Division in Licking County is responsible to perform work on homes as outlined in the work order according to specific program standards. Complete any home repairs and weatherization as needed for each job. Perform general activities involving insulations, air sealing, glass and Plexiglas cutting, frame building, painting, and other duties as assigned. Perform general warehousing activities involving loading and unloading of vehicles, sorting and stocking of materials, equipment, and other related duties. Must be able to climb ladders, work in tight quarters and unclean conditions at times. Must be able to stand for eight hours per day. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions. Must be able to work with and be sensitive to the needs of low-income, elderly and/or minority residents. Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and experience and/or training in construction trade, home weatherization or related. Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and provide proof of auto insurance. Must be able to sign a non-conviction statement, and complete various background checks. Salary range: $12.36 – $13.93 per hour. LEADS, Inc. offers medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, a 403(b) retirement plan, Life and AD&D insurance, and generous time off benefits to full time employees. To apply for the above positions, please send a résumé and cover letter to LEADS Inc., ATTN: Human Resource Director, 159 Wilson Street, Newark, OH 43055, via email at leadshr@leadscaa.org or by fax at (740) 345-9549. LEADS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LEADS Administrative Office | 159 Wilson Street, Newark, Ohio 43055 | (740) 349-8606 LEADS Community Service Centers For Utility Assistance: Call 1-833-232-1751 LEADS Service Center 160 Wilson Street Newark, Ohio 43055 Phone: (740) 345-3133 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Services Provided: Pataskala Service Center 12536 Adams Lane SW Pataskala, Ohio 43062 Phone: (740) 927-9861 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday / Wednesday / Friday Services Provided: Buckeye Lake Service Center 41 First Street Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 Phone: (740) 928-4481 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday by appointment only Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday (Food Pantry) Services Provided: Utica Service Center 308 North Main Street Utica, Ohio 43080 Phone: (740) 892-4192 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday (Headstart) Hours: 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm Thursday (Food Pantry) Services Provided: Newark Head Start Center 986 East Main St. Newark, Ohio 43055 Phone: (740) 345-1745 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Services Provided: Delaware Head Start Center 607 Sunbury Rd Delaware, Ohio 43015 Phone: (740) 363-8810 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Services Provided: Buckeye Lake Head Start Center 5312 Walnut Road NE Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008 Phone: (740) 928-1123 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Services Provided: Marysville Head Start Center 111 Morey Drive Marysville, Ohio 43040 Phone: (937) 642-1230 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Services Provided: © 2021 LEADS Community Action Agency - All Rights Reserved