Autism Clinic Coordinator - FL

Goodwill Gulf Coast•Pensacola, OK

11d•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Autism Services Coordinator directs and coordinates autism services for eligible families through Goodwill’s Children and Family Services Department. The role leads the coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of Autism Clinic services, and may perform duties personally or through Autism Clinic team members. The coordinator helps families access medical, social, educational, and other services; arranges resources and support; and serves as a single point of contact for parents. The position also oversees clinic records, reporting, staff performance, and compliance with program requirements, while representing Goodwill in the community.

Requirements

Master’s degree in early childhood education, social work, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in a supervisory role.
Advanced computer skills to generate reports, analyze data, and make recommendations.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to problem-solve, make sound decisions, take initiative, and work with little supervision.
Ability to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people, maintain effective working relationships, and motivate employees.
Ability to market Goodwill and explain its mission to the public.
Proficiency with general office equipment and basic software applications, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Publisher.
Ability to maintain confidential information and communicate clearly in English.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, occasionally including nights, weekends, and more than 40 hours per week.
Ability to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
Ability to travel frequently throughout the Gulf Coast area, including occasional overnight stays.
Must obtain and retain First Aid/CPR/AED certification and respond to first-aid, choking, or sudden-cardiac-arrest emergencies according to Goodwill safety policies.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license held for at least three years, liability automobile insurance, and eligibility for coverage through the agency’s insurance carrier.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must obtain and maintain eligible Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening status through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Ability to use hands, fingers, and wrists repetitively while using a computer keyboard; sit for prolonged periods; stand, bend, sit on the floor, stoop, walk, talk, hear, grip, reach with arms, and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

Lead the coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of Goodwill Autism Clinic services.
Promote the clinic to physicians and families through community networking and involvement with agencies, parents, and early care and education service providers.
Plan and facilitate autism evaluations, assessments, follow-ups, and services within appropriate time frames.
Secure required documentation from other providers.
Help families of children with autism access medical, social, educational, and other services.
Arrange services and identify resources for families.
Provide social support and expand social networks for children and families.
Maintain Autism Clinic records, document services, complete case-management documentation, and ensure families receive applicable rights, procedural safeguards, and services.
Serve as a single point of contact for parents seeking services.
Prepare and submit statistical, financial, and programmatic reports on schedule.
Monitor services provided by staff and review, prepare, and submit invoices for payment.
Enter data and progress information into Goodwill database systems within required time frames.
Attend training and conferences to stay informed about autism practices and family services.
Attend record reviews required by funding sources.
Hire, train, and supervise direct reports.
Represent and promote Goodwill through community activities.
Act as a positive role model for employees and students.
Observe safety procedures and ensure employees and students comply with them.
Maintain regular attendance as outlined in Goodwill policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.