Early Intervention Service Coordinator

State of North Carolina•Guilford Co Guilford, NC

1d•$37,377 - $65,408•Hybrid

About The Position

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking an Early Intervention Service Coordinator (EISC) to join the NC Infant-Toddler Program (NC ITP). EISCs are crucial in providing support to children from birth to three years old and their families. This role involves developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), conducting home and community-based visits, assisting families in coordinating services, and planning for transitions to other services at age three. The position offers flexibility with telework and a hybrid workplace. The Greensboro Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) is implementing the NC ITP across North Carolina, working with local service providers to help families and their children succeed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education, Psychology from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of professional experience working with the population served.
OR Bachelor’s degree in human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of professional experience working with the population served.
OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to drive and travel by car across the CDSA’s catchment area.
Must be able to access the homes of families enrolled in the program

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in the age range 0 – 8 and their families, including children with developmental delays.
Working knowledge of young child development, including developmental milestones.
Experience working with and collaborating with families and other professionals.
Working knowledge of evidence-based practices used in working with young children and families, such as natural learning environment practices and caregiver coaching.

Responsibilities

Working with families and a multi-disciplinary team member to develop functional Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) based on a family's needs for supports and services.
Conducting home and community-based visits.
Assisting Families in arranging, coordinating and monitoring Early Intervention services any and all services their child is receiving.
Planning for transition to other services at age three.