Early Intervention Coordinator

Inspiration Field•La Junta, CO

15h•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Intervention Coordinator is primarily responsible for the facilitation of child and adult - centered services and supports. This position requires the coordination of service delivery and identification of resources in response to family/Individual needs. The Early Intervention Coordinator will provide Service Coordination services in various areas, including: Service Coordination (EI), Part C Services, Children’s Extensive Support (CES), Home Community Based Programs for the Developmentally Disabled (HCBS-DD), Supported Living Services, both Waiver and State (SLS), Service Coordination Only, etc. In addition, this Individual will provide direct monitoring of contracted professionals. The Early Intervention Coordinator is responsible for resource allocations in each of the assigned programs and to work toward the goals of the Individuals in service and the agency in a person-centered environment.

Requirements

Must be able to regularly sit, walk, stand, climb up and down stairs, physically restrain Individuals pursuant to training (when necessary), and sit at a computer for long periods of time, and repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times (typing, data entry).
Must be able to communicate through speech with Individuals in service and the public in both quiet and noisy environments.
Must be able to operate a personal computer and related software.
Must tolerate various levels of stress and meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
Must demonstrate specific vision abilities which include close, distance, and depth perception, and are able to read handwritten or typed material, and are able to adjust focus.
Must be able to work and concentrate in both noisy and quiet environments.
Must be able to squat, stoop, kneel, and reach above the head. Forward motion will occasionally be required.
Must be able to work inside the building a majority of the time.
A bachelor’s level degree, or Five years of experience in the field of developmental disabilities, or Some combination of education and experience appropriate to the requirements of the position.
Must be licensed drivers and have reliable transportation.
If the current license is from out-of-state, a valid Colorado Driver’s License is required within ten days of hire.
Background check, drug and alcohol check, reference check, and motor vehicle checks must be passed.
Current motor vehicle insurance is required.
Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, manuals, or governmental regulations.
Able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, managers, employees, Individuals, Individuals’ parents, and/or the general public is required.
Able to apply mathematical skills to include concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Able to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Able to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical trend analysis.
Able to deal with problems involving a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Able to work with others, with system issues, and able to work within designated time frames.
Patience in dealing with staff, Individuals in service, and parents.
Able to develop effective working relationships with staff, Individuals in service, and the community.
Good communication skills and being able to work with others as a team is a must.
Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Able to perform duties in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Human Services (i.e., Psychology, Social Work, Education, Rehabilitation, Community Service, Sociology, Criminal Justice, etc.) and one year of experience in the field of human services working with Individuals with developmental disabilities (children and adults).

Responsibilities

Facilitation of receiving services and supports for family/persons applying for service, as well as termination and/or transfer of services and supports within established timelines.
Coordinate initial and all other Individual Family Service Plan / Individual Plan meetings to develop a plan based upon Individual needs, which includes the implementation and monitoring of services and supports. Ensure schedules of service changes are completed, submitted as necessary, and expenditures are within guidelines established by the State of Colorado.
Perform billing functions for children in service in accordance with established agency, state, and federal rules and regulations and within established timelines.
Maintain regular contact with children and adults in service to assess satisfaction with services, and advocate in collaboration with and/or on behalf of the Individual to ensure the Individuals’ rights to access appropriate services and opportunities. Act as a knowledgeable liaison between consumers, families, guardians, program staff, other agencies, providers, and the agency.
Ensures appropriate maintenance and completeness of the Individuals’ master files, including the periodic purging and/or destruction of records in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Pass the Medication Administration test with no more than two attempts and administer medication to Individuals according to physician orders and using appropriate administration techniques as outlined in the Medication Administration course, if needed.
Perform Lifting and Transferring techniques as trained and pass performance testing. The employee may occasionally lift and/or push and pull up to 50 lbs. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement.
Driving of agency vehicles as necessary for transportation of Individuals and agency business as assigned.
Obtain program accreditation through Early Intervention and Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing and Service Coordination and/or other regulatory agencies and maintain program approval with few, if any, deficiencies for all assigned areas of responsibility.
Responsible for prior-authorization of Medicaid waiver services within established timelines.
May be assigned to investigate allegations of Abuse/Neglect/Mistreatment/or Exploitation of persons receiving services.
Recruit, set-up, assist, monitor, and maintain contract providers and resources for the purpose of connecting families and Individuals in service with the community. Ensure service providers directly receive the appropriate information/training regarding the needs of children and adults in service.
Maintain all programs’ databases, inputting vital information, and compiling reports as required by agency, state, and federal rules and regulations.
Provide information and events that promote the Children and Adult Programs community-wide, facilitate training opportunities offered to families, contractors, and provider agencies, and maintain a record of needs.
Participate in scheduled Service Coordination meetings and training sessions to maintain awareness of current issues which may impact the coordination of cases for Individuals in service.
Plan and participate in agency events.
Participate in staff training activities and staff meetings, as outlined in the agency’s staff development curriculum.
Work flexible schedules or within various environments as the agency and supervisor deem necessary. Regular attendance and promptness to assigned shifts are essential. The responsibilities of this position may require staff to be able to work irregular hours, extended hours, and/or be available for as-needed work hours, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, etc.
Follow agency procedures when purchasing items on behalf of the agency.
Follow agency policies and procedures in carrying out duties.
Advise supervisor and/or the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of concerns and problems that arise within the agency.
Safeguard all agency funds and property.
Maintain confidentiality per federal, state, and agency policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Service Coordination Director, CEO, and/or designee.
Other reasonable duties as may be assigned.