Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator NF-04

Defense Logistics Agency • Fort Belvoir, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The employee must live within 100 miles or two hours of DLA Fort Belvoir after accepting the position. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized when a move is determined to be in the Government’s interest.

The Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator provides an inclusive approach to serving children and youth from six weeks to 18 years old who have medical, educational, or other identified needs and participate in Department of Defense Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs. The coordinator administers, implements, and monitors inclusion supports and behavior support processes, using applicable Service-specific guidance and tools.

The coordinator coaches CYS professionals on observing children’s and youth’s development and individual needs, communicating effectively with families, and adapting classroom or activity-area environments and curriculum to promote inclusion and meet learning needs. The position is a core member of the installation Inclusion Action Team or Multidisciplinary Inclusion Action Team and monitors compliance with Service policy, DoD instructions, and federal law. At least 50 percent of work time is spent in classroom or activity-area settings promoting, modeling, coaching, and mentoring inclusive practices.

Most work takes place in CYS facilities, including classrooms, activity areas, and outdoor areas, with occasional indoor and outdoor field trips. Situational telework is available only, including emergency and OPM-prescribed unscheduled telework. The incumbent may work evenings or weekends to accommodate program schedules.

Requirements

• Meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements for the position; satisfactorily complete E-Verify; and provide direct deposit information and a Social Security card.
• Complete a one-year probationary period if required.
• Successfully complete required background checks for a position involving regular contact with children under 18.
• Meet immunization requirements, including influenza vaccination; pass pre-employment and subsequent physicals; provide evidence of immunization; and be free from communicable disease.
• Complete required DoD and Service orientation, initial, annual, and other specified training and certifications; maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Have the mobility to ensure children’s and youths’ safety and perform repetitive actions including walking, standing, bending, stooping, and sitting on the floor; have visual and auditory capabilities to supervise and respond immediately.
• Meet one of the education pathways: a bachelor’s degree or higher including or supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in specified relevant fields; or 24 semester hours in those fields plus related coursework or experience providing knowledge comparable to a four-year course of study. Qualifying fields include special education, early childhood education, child/adolescent development, elementary or secondary education, youth development, and closely related study meeting the stated coursework criteria. Education must be directly related to the position; general education courses do not count.
• Demonstrate professional knowledge of child development, early intervention, special education, and early childhood inclusion.
• Demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based and trauma-informed practices supporting inclusive environments for children from birth to age 18.
• Have professional knowledge of observation and assessment methods and implementation science.
• Have skill in conducting functional behavioral assessments and collaborating with a team to design, implement, and monitor Behavior Support Plans.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as they apply to child development centers, school-age centers, and community-based support services.
• Have experience using the practice-based coaching model and facilitating training for adult learners in varied settings.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop, collect, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data, identify program-wide trends, communicate findings, and propose solutions to program leadership.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with families, colleagues, organizational leadership, and community support agencies on and off installation.
• Submit a resume of two pages or less that clearly demonstrates relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Provide proof of education at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience working with children with special needs; candidates with this qualification are considered highly preferred or best qualified.

Responsibilities

• Provide inclusive services and supports for children and youth ages six weeks to 18 years with medical, educational, or other identified needs in DoD CYS programs.
• Administer, implement, and monitor inclusion supports and behavior support processes using Service-specific tools and guidance.
• Coach CYS professionals in observing development and individual needs, communicating with families, and adapting environments and curriculum to support inclusion and learning.
• Serve as a core member of the installation Inclusion Action Team (IAT) or Multidisciplinary Inclusion Action Team (M-IAT).
• Monitor compliance with Service policy, DoD instructions, and federal law.
• Spend at least 50 percent of work time in classroom or activity-area settings promoting, modeling, coaching, and mentoring inclusive practices.
• Serve as a mandatory reporter of suspected child abuse and neglect as prescribed by local policy.
• Complete required DoD and Service training and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Benefits

• CYS employee childcare fee discount for employees working at least 15 hours per week: 100% discount for the first child and 50% for the second and subsequent children.
• PCS costs may be authorized when a move is determined to be in the Government’s interest.
• Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Staff Director.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays.
• Some flexible employees may be eligible for health insurance; NAF flexible employees meeting the stated eligibility conditions may participate in the NAF 401(k) plan.
• Professional development opportunities may include training, education, and certification programs.
• Employees may have access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level