Bilingual Early Intervention Parent Advocate

Rhode Island Parent Information Network; Providence (RI); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) seeks a Bilingual Early Intervention Parent Consultant in Providence, RI. The role provides the parent voice within the EI system and supports families enrolled in Early Intervention Programs (EIP).

You will build partnerships with families and providers, facilitate in-person and virtual workshops, share resources, and empower families as they transition from EIP. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, and a flexible schedule is expected.

Qualifications

• Parent or family member of a child recently involved in an Early Intervention Program
• Strong communication skills to speak to groups, including staff, providers, and parents
• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others
• Knowledge of Early Intervention services and the Transition Process
• Ability to work with a broad cross-section of Rhode Island parents and professionals in community and office settings
• Ability to cooperatively work on a team
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of RIPIN and the community

Responsabilités

• Fluency in English and Spanish required; serve as a resource to families and EI providers
• Help families by providing support, education and access to community resources
• Facilitate in-person and virtual workshops and support groups
• Empower families as they transition from the EI program
• Represent families’ voice in EI meetings; attend RIPIN and other meetings as assigned
• Complete required paperwork accurately and timely; promote RIPIN programs

Connaissances

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative work

Description du poste

Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) seeks a Bilingual Early Intervention Parent Consultant in Providence, RI. The role provides the parent voice within the EI system and supports families enrolled in Early Intervention Programs (EIP).

You will build partnerships with families and providers, facilitate in-person and virtual workshops, share resources, and empower families as they transition from EIP. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, and a flexible schedule is expected.