Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator

U.S. Air Force Academy • Air Force Academy, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide a comprehensive inclusive approach to serving children and youth, ages six weeks to 18 years, with medical, educational, or other identified needs participating in Department of Defense (DoD) Child and Youth Programs (CYP). This role involves classroom/program inclusion support, administering, implementing, and monitoring inclusion supports and behavior support processes in accordance with the Department of the Air Force CYP Inclusion Guide. The coordinator also provides professional education and coaching to CYP professionals, coordinated with the Training & Curriculum Specialist (T&Cs), to offer regular training and coaching. Supports the identification (non-clinical assessment) of needs and classroom supports for children and youth through observations conducted by CYP professionals. Works collaboratively and maintains a network with military and community agencies to provide access for interventions and other needed services.

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s).
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Position may be subject to random drug testing.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• At a minimum, meet qualification requirements stipulated by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management for the 1701 occupational series.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth.
• Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza.
• Must complete all DoD and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications.
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
• Basic Requirement for GS-1701 Positions: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included or was supplemented by major study in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled.
• OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or an equivalent field of study, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study in a child-related field.
• SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems.
• Knowledge of child and youth development and education principles, norms, behaviors, growth patterns, and procedures to develop meaningful program services, and establish criteria for developmentally appropriate child activities, determine requirements for program material and equipment, and develop curriculum plans and activities which promote the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children at various ages, with a variety of needs, and in different settings.
• Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, practices, and methods used evaluate the program and improve the accessibility and quality of support provided to children and establish program/policy goals, structure, and the course of action necessary to meet AF and DoD requirements and strategic vision.
• Knowledge of a wide range of concepts and methods to improve program accessibility and quality, meeting both Air Force and Department of War (DoW) requirements.
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents as well as budget, budget priorities, impact priorities, and related support resources which affect the organization's mission, as well as higher headquarters policies and principles applicable to financial indicators, corporate standards, and performance measurements.
• Knowledge of the major issues, program goals, objectives, work processes, and administrative operation of assigned organizations, and the program requirements related to fire safety, health and sanitation, food service, and nutrition information.
• Skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness, and in serving as a technical specialist and spokesperson to further operating agency objectives on important issues in the program area.
• Skill in gathering, assembling, and compiling data, evaluating information, drawing conclusions, devising solutions, and preparing quantitative and narrative reports for a variety of offices.
• Professional knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts, and practices of early childhood development, youth development, child care regulation regulations encompassing infant through school-age, youth and teens and child and youth development theories. methodology, and practices.
• Professional knowledge of early intervention, special education, early childhood inclusion, and evidence-based and trauma-informed practices that support inclusive environments related to birth to 18-year-olds.
• Skill in the practice-based coaching model, facilitating training with adult learners, providing feedback, and adjusting training pace and activities to meet diverse learning needs.
• Professional experience in observation and assessment methods and implementation science.
• Skill in conducting functional behavioral assessments and collaborating with a team to develop implement and monitor Inclusion or Behavior Support Plans (ISP/BSP).
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Incumbent must possess and be able to maintain an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• The position is required to operate a motor vehicle. the incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW AFI 90-508, Attachment 2, Category l, Type 2: Motor vehicle Operators.

Nice To Haves

• Renewal every five years of the Installation Records, FBI Fingerprint and SCHR is required with annual review of DD Form 2981.
• IAW AFI 34-144 and DoD certification requirements, a pre-employment physical examination with a renewal at least every 3 years and specified immunizations are required.
• An annual driving record check is required.
• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.
• A combination of progressively higher-level graduate education and experience may be used to satisfy the specialized experience requirement for this position if the computed percentage of the education and experience is at least 100%.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive inclusive approach to serving children and youth, ages six weeks to 18 years, with medical, educational, or other identified needs participating in Department of Defense (DoD) Child and Youth Programs (CYP).
• Administer, implement, and monitor inclusion supports and behavior support processes in classrooms and programs by Department of the Air Force CYP Inclusion Guide.
• Coordinate professional education & coaching with the Training & Curriculum Specialist (T&Cs) to provide regular training and coaching opportunities.
• Support the identification (Non-Clinical assessment) of needs and classroom supports for children and youth through observations conducted by CYP professionals.
• Work collaboratively and maintain a network with military and community agencies to provide access for interventions and other needed services.

Benefits

• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%.
• Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

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