EARLY START SERVICES COORDINATOR

HOME OF GUIDING HANDS CORPORATION•El Cajon, CA

3d•$22 - $24

About The Position

Join us in making a difference at Home of Guiding Hands as we improve the quality of life for children with special needs. As the Early Childhood Services Coordinator, you will support program operations by coordinating referrals, service delivery processes, and documentation to ensure timely and efficient access to services. This role also supports program growth and service delivery capacity. HGH offers flexible schedules, mileage reimbursements, paid sick and vacation time, medical/dental benefits, and 403b retirement plans, among other perks. Embark on a meaningful career with a leading non-profit.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Human Services, Business Administration, or related field preferred (new)
1–2 years of experience in administrative, coordination, or operations support role required (new)
Experience in social services, early childhood, or healthcare preferred (new)
Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
Must receive criminal record clearance from DOJ.
Must have valid California Driver’s license, safe driving record, and have been licensed to drive at least 2 years.
Must maintain current and adequate auto insurance.
Must obtain CPR/FA certification if not already certified (we offer training for new hires).
Read, write, speak, and understand English and Spanish.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Collaborative-minded professional with strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to form positive, supportive, and professional working relationships.
Detail-oriented with ability to ensure accuracy of program documents and paperwork.
Comfortable working with data, tracking systems, and documentation requirements
Ability to manage work time efficiently and meet deadlines without close supervision.
Highly organized and efficient, with ability to consistently meet identified goals.
Ability to exercise sound, expert independent judgment within general policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day program operations to ensure timely and consistent service delivery
Coordinate and track referrals from intake through service start, ensuring timely routing, follow-up on delays, and escalation of barriers
Support onboarding and training coordination for program staff to ensure understanding of policies, procedures, and curriculum
Review documentation and program records for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness to support compliance and billing requirements
Support timekeeping and payroll processes by ensuring accuracy and timely submission of staff timesheets
Support tracking of key program data (e.g., referrals, service start timelines, caseloads) to improve visibility and operational decision-making
Coordinate Parent Play groups by arranging for staffing, planning and leading activities.
Participate in community outreach and meetings to support program awareness and referral growth
Support audit readiness by ensuring documentation is complete, organized, and aligned with regulatory requirements