Family Resource Coordinator

Northeast Washington Educational Service District • Newesd 101, WA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The job of Family Resource Coordinator (FRC) is done for the purpose of supporting the Center for Teaching and Learning Birth-Grade 12 and acting as an advocate for families in need of support for at-risk infants and toddlers. The support includes: providing service coordination, community outreach, support and referral services, identifying community resources, collaborating with local agencies/service providers including school districts, developing and tracking Individual Family Service Plans, entering data, and reporting, educating, and supporting parents and children. This position will serve Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in providing services to infants, toddler, children, and their families is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have or be able to attain Family Resource Coordinator Training.
• Valid pediatric first aid/CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, required auto insurance, and reliable personal transportation.
• Must complete required professional development hours to keep Family Resource Coordinator credentials current.
• WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance (at employee's expense).
• DCYF portable background check clearance (at employee's expense).
• Online application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• One professional letter of recommendation
• Transcripts
• Any applicable licensure/certification

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C preferred.
• Two year (AA) Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acquaints parents with the Early Support for Infants and Toddlers Program.
• Promotes parent involvement in all aspects of the program, including home visits, parent meetings, and county coordinating meetings.
• Acts as a liaison between NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 101 (NEWESD), school districts, families, and other area agencies for the purpose of enhancing communication between parties.
• Attends meetings, staff development, and training for the purpose of representing NEWESD and receiving and conveying information.
• Conducts a family needs assessment and develops Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) consistent with family objectives, strengths, and resources, etc.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and participates in formal and informal meetings, programs, and activities for parents, local school district personnel, and other community agencies.
• Enters and compiles data and materials for the purpose of analyzing issues, child and family needs, and providing resources, while ensuring compliance with various policies, procedures, and/or program components.
• Provides support, referral services, and follow-up for the purpose of meeting family needs.
• Creates and maintains up-to-date files (written and/or electronic) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with specific program requirements.
• Consults with other internal staff who work within the ESIT program to identify family goals and health needs.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. procedures, newsletters, and other public awareness materials) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Provides direct assistance to school districts (e.g. procedures, Part C services and regulations, transition, child find, models for intervention, screening, and assessments) for the purpose of delivering services which conform to established guidelines.
• Supports assigned administrator for the purpose of providing assistance with their administrative functions.
• Performs related duties as assigned. Related duties may not specifically be listed but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

Benefits

• NEWESD 101 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
• NEWESD 101 complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the human services office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED