Early Intervention Service Coordinator

Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department•Zanesville, OH

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Help Me Grow Project Coordinator, travels and conducts home visits for families with children, ranging in age from birth the three (3) years, who qualify for services under the Early Intervention program. This Service Coordinator position coordinates direct services that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children and adults in our county.

Requirements

An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Associates Degree in Nursing, social work, special or early childhood education, child development or related field as specified by the Help Me Grow or Early Intervention program requirements
Ability to obtain necessary program credentials within probationary period
Two (2) years of experience working with infants / toddlers and their families and performing service coordination or equivalent with experience working with diverse populations in a community based setting
Knowledge of community resources and medical terminology
Basic computer knowledge with competency in application of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google products and other job related computer software
Ability to demonstrate flexibility and learn administrative, clerical and other responsibilities specific to the job assignment
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to reliable transportation
Non-tobacco user
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within 3 days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform & Control Act requirements

Nice To Haves

experience working with diverse populations in a community based setting preferred

Responsibilities

Travels and conducts home visits for referred families of Muskingum County
Assist families in developing their Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP)
Assist families in accessing the services listed in the IFSP
Seek appropriate services and situations to achieve the child and family outcomes of the IFSP
Facilitate timely delivery of services
Assure the IFSP is updated timely and in accordance with DODD rule
Coordinates completion of all required eligibility determination procedures in accordance with DODD rule
Coordinates completion of ongoing screenings and assessments described in program protocols
Coordinate information sharing with medical and service providers
Remain knowledgeable of community resources appropriate for needs of clients
Actively assist with referral process for agency and community resources and programs
Maintain supporting documentation of all referrals and follow up
Assure necessary data is collected and entered into appropriate data system assigned for the specific program
Facilitate timely transition plan when the family’s Early Intervention services are ending
Establish and maintain working relationships with participating agencies to effectively assist the families in utilizing the available services to meet their needs
Establish positive, trusting relationships with clients and their families while providing general support, encouragement, and Follow-up with clients via phone calls, home visits, and visits to other settings where clients can be found
Follow up should be continuous from initial eligibility through closure of
Assist clients with accessing health related services, completing applications and forms, understanding care plans and instructions, utilizing services
Work closely with any internal programs/partners our clients are working with to help ensure clients have comprehensive and coordinated
Enter data into electronic and hard copy records, spreadsheets, and databases
Complete client reporting within required timeframes of program
Participate on committees, meetings, trainings, and events
Maintain confidentiality of confidential or sensitive records and information pertinent to the assigned
Demonstrate the Values outlined in the ZMCHD Strategic Plan
Help in the promotional efforts for ZMCHD programs and activities, both internal and external
Support and participate in quality improvement
Adhere to ZMCHD policies and procedures
Practice dependable attendance
Represent the department and agency favorably to the public
Adhere to the adopted ZMCHD customer service standards
Ensure compliance with standards, laws, and regulations as promulgated by regulatory agencies such as OSHA, Federal and State
Ensure compliance and works toward the mission of ZMCHD
Maintain and improve knowledge and skills through participation in meetings, trainings, seminars, and in-service trainings
Additional duties as assigned or requested
May be required to report to the emergency command center in the event of a public health