Care Coordinator/Social Worker

Catalight•Hilo, HI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Easterseals Hawaii is seeking a dedicated Care Coordinator (EI) to support client families with children diagnosed with or showing early signs of developmental delay. This role involves creating a rich learning environment to help children progress, meet treatment goals, and maximize their learning potential. Our Early Intervention services provide a comprehensive, research-based program for children from birth to 3 years with disabilities or at risk of not meeting developmental milestones. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with children with developmental delays and understand the crucial role of parents and families in a child's development, working collaboratively to provide individualized treatment. Joining Easterseals means becoming part of a culture focused on equality and belonging, enabling all people of all abilities to live their best lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Service, Education or equivalent from an accredited college or university program.
Active LSW or LCSW license REQUIRED
Significant knowledge with developmental disabilities, familiarity with ADA and Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) guidelines, and inclusion.
The understanding and compatibility to interact with families, professionals, and paraprofessionals within a Primary Service Provider model of service delivery, using an approach that involves giving and receiving peer coaching.
Understanding of and respect for children with special needs and their families.
Ability to be attentive to input from families regarding their child’s preferences by utilizing a strength-based approach with culturally competent practices.
Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
A commitment to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgment, flexibility, patience and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
Must manage day-to-day responsibilities without supervision.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels within the organization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and related computer software and applications.
Work calmly with behavioral and health related incidents.
Alertness to respond to audio and visual cues from participants and their families, other staff members and the environment.
Handle multiple tasks, adhere to timelines, and process urgent projects while maintaining an attention to detail.
Respond appropriately and immediately to emergencies as defined by ESH Emergency Procedure Guide/Safety Manual.
Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ).
The People & Performance Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
Reliable transportation needed.
Must have valid Hawaii Driver’s License/insurance and maintain a clean driving record.
Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations and clear TB testing based on company policies.
Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
Must attend any required training.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year minimum experience in professional social work is highly preferred.
Experience working with children with special needs in the field of early intervention is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates child development monitoring and intervention services to children, ages 0-3 years, who have been identified as having, or being at risk of developmental delay or disability.
Models strategies and provides education to parents/care providers/families to promote their child’s unique development.
Collaborates with the team to create and monitors child outcomes and services on the child’s Individualized Family Service Plan.
Collaborates with the State of Hawaii Department of Health’s Early Intervention Section and meets all funder required program guidelines, timelines, and caseload reporting.
Meets productivity requirements for assigned caseload and provides effective intervention strategies, transition materials, community resources, care coordinator outcome support and communication, both with families and with the multidisciplinary team.
Under direction of the Early Intervention Program Manager, facilities weekly Family Support Team meetings.
Schedules and coordinates regular home visits or telepractice visits based on family’s preference for service delivery with family/care providers for natural environment intervention activities and family education.
Coordinates family visits with other providers according to the individual needs of the child.
Assesses, evaluates, and consults on child’s developmental progress using discipline-specific, evidence-based assessment tools.
Completes billing and service plan documentation (i.e. service notes, intake forms, consents, transition forms, meeting notifications and prior written notices) within required program guideline timelines.
Provides recommendations and educational materials through written and verbal communication to families/care providers.
Explains the Primary Service Provider Coaching Model of Early Intervention service delivery and supports families through care coordination coaching to foster their child’s unique development.
Provides other resources and suggests referrals to other support services as needed.
Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in special education and related fields.
Completes additional job duties as assigned by supervisors/management.
Must report in person to assigned office location a minimum of 4 days per week, up to 5 days per week, dependent on program needs as directed by management team.
Must report in person to assigned office location within 24 hours as directed by EIS.