OVO is not just another place to work but rather a place to begin your career.  Exciting part-time and full-time career opportunities are available at OVO.  We offer a competitive benefits package, including paid holidays; earned leave time based on years of service; health, dental, vision, and other insurance; and a 401K retirement program.  Our wages are commiserate with industry standards. Staff development is a priority, and numerous training opportunities are made available to our staff.  Our employees also enjoy the intangible benefits of serving their community and helping those in most need.  The OVO team is passionate about providing excellence in client services and being a voice and a helping hand for those in need.  We are rewarded daily with the knowledge that we each have made a positive difference in our community.  OVO is committed to its staff, and they are committed to this organization.  The statistics speak for themselves:

  • Our staff boasts over 446 combined years of service with OVO.
  • Current employees have been with our organization an average of over 7 years.
  • Our employee with the current longest years of service is an amazing 31 years.
  • In 2016, our employees reported 100% satisfaction with their supervisor and career progression.

OVO provides all of its services without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, or status as a veteran.

 

Teacher Assistant

OVO Head Start has an outstanding career opportunity available for a skilled early childhood education professional that is enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of preschoolers. A full-time Teacher Assistant position is now available at our Madison and Scottsburg Head Start Centers. An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field with relevant coursework required. $13.25 per hour. OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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Teacher

OVO Head Start has outstanding career opportunities available for skilled early childhood education professionals that are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of preschoolers. A Full-time Teacher position is now available at our Madison Head Start Center. $18.36 per hour. A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related degree with relevant coursework required. OVO is an Equal Opportunity employer and Provider.

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Behavior Specialist

Ohio Valley Opportunities is looking for a Behavioral Specialist to work in our Head Start Program. The Behavior Specialist will work with staff to implement a holistic approach which emphasizes emotional wellness for staff and children, improving the overall school climate and implementing trauma-informed systems to reduce re-traumatization, promote resilience and increase positive outcomes for children. A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology or a related field is required. Must be detail oriented, organized, a multi-tasker and have excellent written and communication skills. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel in a three county radius.

OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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Head Start Director

Ohio Valley Opportunities is offering an outstanding career opportunity as the Head Start Director. This positon will provide leadership and direction to our Head Start Program in Jefferson, Jennings and Scott Counties. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required with experience in the supervision of staff, fiscal management and administration. A Master’s Degree in Business Management, Leadership or a related field is preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience in grant development, program planning and interpreting and implementing Federal, State and local regulations. Exceptional written and verbal communication, time management and organization skills a must.

The Head Start Director will work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors and Policy Council to provide a quality Early Childhood Program which meets complex regulations.

This position will work alongside the current Head Start Director for an extended period of time to gain the required knowledge to successfully lead the Head Start Program.

OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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Center Assistants

Ohio Valley Opportunities Head Start Program has outstanding career opportunities available for early childhood professionals that are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of preschoolers. Full-time Center Assistant positions are now available in our Jefferson, Scott and Jennings county center. These positions requires a high school diploma or GED.  Prefer an individual with experience working with families and children. We offer a competitive benefit package, 401(k) plan and generous earned leave time. $10.75 per hour. OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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Community Service Block Grant Operations Manager

Ohio Valley Opportunities is seeking a skilled leader for the position of Community Service Block Grant Operations Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience with federal and/or state reporting requirements, program development, team leadership, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks. The CSBG Operations Manager will be responsible for all aspects of the CSBG Grant, including grant administration and operations, reporting, compliance, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. This position will serve as a community organizer to help address root causes of poverty for low-income households especially in regard to employment, education, income management, housing, nutrition, emergency services and health. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, in addition to three years of professional experience required. OVO is and Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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