Service Coordinator | MO First Steps

Benchmark Human Services-MO•St. Louis, MO

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Service Coordinator to serve families in the St. Louis area through Missouri First Steps, the state’s early intervention program for families with children from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or disabilities. The role supports families by coordinating eligibility evaluations, assessments, individualized family service plans (IFSPs), available services, financial resources, and transitions into and out of the early intervention system. The position involves working directly with families in their homes and community environments and maintaining required program and clinical records.

Requirements

Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child/Human Development, Social Work, Public Health, Sociology, Nursing, or Psychology, and one year of experience working with children and families; OR a degree with three years of experience working with children and families.
Meet provider enrollment qualifications for a Service Coordinator.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and facilitate evaluation activities related to eligibility determination.
Coordinate scheduling, authorization, and performance of assessments as necessary.
Work directly with families in their homes and community environments to provide support, coordination, and resources as part of the early intervention program.
Facilitate and participate in the development, review, and evaluation of IFSPs.
Assist families in identifying available services, including parent-to-parent support.
Coordinate and monitor delivery of available services, including helping families identify and access financial support for early intervention services through financial case management.
Inform families about the availability of advocacy services.
Facilitate development of a transition plan to, within, and from the early intervention system, including transition to Part B special education, preschool services, or other community services as appropriate when a child reaches age three or is no longer eligible.
Maintain early intervention records at SPOE, including original IFSPs.
Maintain clinical records documenting activity rendered for each child.
Complete documentation necessary to facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources.
Perform other duties as assigned.