Education Resource Coordinator
About The Position
BAMSI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has supported children, families, individuals, and seniors since 1975. Its Parent Information Network (PIN) provides family-driven support to parents and caregivers raising children with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The Education Resource Coordinator provides educational consultation and support to PIN parents, caregivers, and staff. The role helps families understand their rights and advocate within the special education system, including by providing information about state and federal special education laws, reviewing records, making recommendations, developing and delivering trainings, and attending school meetings as assigned. The coordinator collaborates with schools, state agencies, and community partners, and creates educational resources and content for the PIN E-Newsletter. The position is based in Brockton at the Parent Information Network and is scheduled for 30 hours, Monday through Friday, with some nights and flexibility to meet program needs. Compensation is $22–$24 per hour. The role is non-exempt.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three years of human services experience.
- Experience supporting families in educational settings.
- Understanding of the impact of mental health on learning.
- Ability to develop and deliver trainings and curricula.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal education laws.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to maintain accurate records, meet deadlines, and work independently.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or higher.
- Parent who has raised or is raising children with behavioral, emotional, or mental health challenges.
- Training with the Federation for Children with Special Needs or Wrightslaw.
Responsibilities
- Provide educational consultation and support to PIN parents, caregivers, and staff.
- Empower families with knowledge to advocate effectively within the special education system.
- Train parents and staff on state and federal special education laws and regulations.
- Develop and facilitate trainings and workshops on educational topics.
- Meet with parents and staff to review records and make recommendations.
- Attend school meetings as assigned.
- Collaborate with DMH, schools, Mass Rehab, vocational agencies, and the PTAY Coordinator.
- Create resource guides, directories of advocates, and educational materials.
- Contribute content to the PIN E-Newsletter.
- Complete required documentation, activity sheets, and reports on time.
- Maintain punctuality and use benefit time responsibly.
- Ensure safety standards and use universal precautions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Up to four weeks combined vacation, personal, and cultural holiday time.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Up to two weeks of sick time.
- Highly specialized paid trainings, including the opportunity to earn CEUs.
- Health and dental insurance.
- Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
- 403B plan with discretionary match.
- Wellness activities.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Career development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
