Early Intervention Service Coordinator

State of North Carolina•Cleveland, NC

1d•$37,377 - $65,408•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct service coordination for children in the NC Infant-Toddler Program and to provide supports to their families/caregivers. Service coordination is a critical service that is helpful for families/caregivers, and it is also required by the federal law, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Services provided through the NC ITP must be compliant with the IDEA, federal regulations, and State policies and procedures. This position as an Early Intervention Service Coordinator for children, birth to three, is located within the catchment area of the Shelby Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) and is housed in Cleveland County in the main office in Shelby, NC. Some travel outside of the county may be required at times.

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.
Bachelor’s degree in human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of professional experience working with the population served.
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in the age range 0 – 5 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.
Fluency in a second language.

Responsibilities

Working with families and providers to develop functional Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
Work with multi-disciplinary teams to determine families’ needs for supports and services
Conduct home visits
Coordinate and facilitate services and transition planning
Participate in the authorization and monitoring of early intervention services