Education Coordinator, Springfield, MA

Key Program, Inc.•Springfield, MA

6d•$64,109 - $66,269•Hybrid

About The Position

The Key Program is seeking an Education Coordinator for our Lead Agency contract with the Department of Children and Families in the greater Springfield area. The Education Coordinator assists in accessing educational services and participates in educational planning for children involved with DCF. Our Education Coordinator collaborates with Local Education Associations, parents, Educational Surrogates, DCF staff and statewide human service provider networks. The Key Program is a private, non-profit human services agency whose mission is to support children, families, and emerging adults through trauma-informed, culturally grounded services that strengthen resilience, foster belonging, deepen community connections, and build a foundation for lasting well-being. Key works in conjunction with the MA DCF, RI DCYF and NH DCYF and is an agency provider of community-based services, residential treatment programming, and outpatient mental/behavioral health services. Key is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and committed to hiring employees that reflect the diverse communities that we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race or color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, country of ancestral origin, or veteran status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a Human Service-related field
Experience working in an educational setting
Specific knowledge of Massachusetts Special Education Law and the federal requirements of ESSA
Minimum of 1 year case management or direct care experience
Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid state driver’s license and legally registered and insured car for work use

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills

Responsibilities

The Education Coordinator collaborates with families, schools, service providers, DCF and other community supports ensuring the most appropriate educational services are provided.
Traveling in Massachusetts to attend educational meetings is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary wage: $64,109-$66,269
Additional compensation is provided for bilingual skills
Generous employee referral bonus program
Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Benefits covering over 90% of medical premiums
70% for dental premiums with low deductibles and co-pays
Tuition assistance is available for any degree or certification program
Scholarship opportunities are provided for clinical-related graduate programs
Internship placement site where employees can fulfill internship requirements for college credit
Intensive training, professional development and opportunities for advancement are available
3 weeks/vacation
2 weeks/sick time
3 days/personal
3 days/bereavement
12 paid holidays for Full-time staff
Free, confidential employee assistance program for employees and adult household members for support with mental and physical health, financial, family, legal, parenting and other concerns
Reimbursement equivalent to IRS rate for work-related travel
403(b) retirement savings account (tax-deferred)
Pre-tax childcare