DISTRICT SUPPORT COORDINATOR - FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED -FLORIDA PANHANDLE 48008690

State of Florida • Saint Augustine, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) is a state public school offering comprehensive educational services at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired, or deafblind, including boarding and transportation. Nationally recognized for its unique communication and accessibility-focused education, FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children aged 0-5 and their families. This position is within the Outreach Department, where the incumbent will coordinate early intervention transition services in the Panhandle region and surrounding areas for children aged birth through 5 years who are participating in the Parent Infant Program.

Requirements

• Knowledge of early intervention best practice in partnering with families and school district personnel.
• Knowledge of early childhood birth to five developmental stages and strategies for issues related to sensory loss.
• Knowledge of early childhood practices in order to provide technical assistance, and ability to align efforts with other Outreach Services initiatives.
• Ability to coordinate meetings and collaborate with various agency personnel on a statewide level.
• Skills in communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to evaluate program services and use evaluation data to enhance service delivery.
• Ability to schedule trips and travel independently.
• Ability to assume a leadership role within the region.
• Ability to maintain a valid state of Florida driver's license and meet FSDB requirements to operate a state vehicle according to the Transportation Policy.
• Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR.
• Bachelor’s degree in visual disabilities, counseling, psychology, early childhood education, social work or a health-related field.

Responsibilities

• Represent FSDB in the region by participating in DOE Interagency Council meetings and other pertinent local provider meetings.
• Identify and refer new Parent Advisors (early interventionists).
• Participate in IFSP, IEP, and other meetings as necessary with Early Steps, local school districts, and other agencies for families with children on caseload.
• Assist 3–15 Parent Advisors in the region by providing procedural information, guidance, and mentoring as necessary.
• Maintain a caseload of no fewer than 10 children with sensory loss.
• Collaborate with FSDB Parent Infant Program staff and disseminate information as necessary.
• Travel as required to meet job responsibilities.
• Process referrals; complete intake process with families according to established guidelines and make appropriate contact with and/or referrals to Parent Advisors in a timely manner.
• Gather and report required data for the Division of Blind Services database.
• Assist Parent Advisors to ensure intake and closure reports comply with Division of Blind Services standards.
• Participate in outreach efforts with parents and/or other professionals to build a strong statewide model for effective services to children with sensory loss and their families.
• Organize meetings and workshops as needed.
• Serve as a trainer in VIISA and INSITE trainings.
• Participate in professional development activities to upgrade skills and knowledge.
• Maintain and organize materials, equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Contribute to the overall delivery system of Outreach, including attendance at staff meetings, program evaluation activities, and day to day operations.
• Participate in school wide and departmental meetings as needed.
• Attend training and implement skills acquired during professional development activities as required by federal, state, and FSDB mandates.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.
• Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.
• Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.
• Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.
• Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.
• Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.
• Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level