1-1 Support Specialist

Parent Network; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Parent Network in Buffalo, NY, is hiring a full-time 1-on-1 Support Specialist focused on helping families impacted by disabilities. The role requires providing support and information to families, and completing necessary documentation.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field, 4 years of experience, and ideally be bilingual in Spanish. Preference is given to those with personal experience with special needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years related experience in human services or education.
• Experience with special needs or a recipient of relevant services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and information to families and professionals.
• Complete required documentation and daily computer entries.
• Collaborate with schools and community organizations.

Skills

Good listening skills

Knowledge of community services

Special education navigation

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education or related discipline

Job description

Parent Network of WNY has an opening for a full-time 1-on-1 Support Specialist specializing in assisting families impacted by disabilities. A strong background in mental health services is preferred.

Job duties:

Provide support and information to families and professionals with concerns about specific disabilities, special education navigation, behavior, or community resources. Requested information is provided via phone, email, or in person. In addition, the Specialist will complete required documentation, including daily computer entries.

It is essential that the candidate be a good listener, be able to work well with people, have comprehensive knowledge of community services and special education, and be able to share accurate and meaningful information. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively collaborate with schools and community organizations throughout WNY.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in education or related discipline required, a minimum of 4 years related experience, or an appropriate combination of education, human service/training, knowledge of mental health services and specific discipline-related experience. It is preferred that the candidate be the parent of an individual with special needs or be a recipient of services themselves. Preference will be given to a bilingual candidate who is proficient in Spanish.

Additional Information

Full time position