Family Resources Coordinator

ChildStrive•Everett, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

ChildStrive is seeking a full-time Family Resources Coordinator for its Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (Early Intervention) program. This role is crucial in guiding families through the Early Support Services (Part C) system, ensuring their rights are respected and timelines are met. The Family Resources Coordinator (FRC) assists parents in developing the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) by identifying their child's strengths and needs, and facilitates the scheduling, development, and review of the IFSP. They also educate families about their rights, procedural safeguards, and authorized services under Washington's Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) program. The FRC provides parent coaching using reflective questioning to empower families and build on their strengths. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation of FRC activities in child records and the ESIT database, and potentially participating in community outreach, developing partnerships with community agencies, and facilitating play groups.

Requirements

3+ years of experience working in a field of social services or early childhood, OR A.A./B.S. degree in a field related to social services or early childhood.
Knowledge of early childhood development.
Ability to relate well with parents, infants and toddlers.
Superb communication and organizational skills.
Familiarity of Microsoft Suite.
Experience with database entry and use.
Complete FRC training and training hours necessary to maintain FRC status.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication.
Demonstrate exceptional organizational and task management skills.
Must possess a valid WA state driver’s license.
Must have state required minimum automobile insurance.
Must be able to use own vehicle on the job.
Knowledge of local and state-wide family resources.

Nice To Haves

Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

Guide families in navigating Early Support Services (Part C).
Ensure the rights of each family are respected and that required timelines are met.
Help parents identify their child’s strengths and needs to develop their Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
Facilitate the scheduling, development and review of the IFSP.
Help families gain an understanding of their rights, procedural safeguards, and services authorized under Washington’s Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) program.
Provide parent coaching and utilize reflective questioning to empower families.
Maintain documentation of FRC activities in each child’s record and in the ESIT database.
Participate in outreach opportunities in the community when needed.
Work to develop partnerships with community agencies when needed.
Participate in play groups when needed.