Early Intervention Service Coordinator

ESC of Eastern Ohio; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

An organization focused on early childhood education in Youngstown seeks an Early Intervention Service Coordinator. This full-time position involves establishing relationships with families, conducting assessments, and coordinating services for infants and toddlers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly. The role offers an excellent benefits package and is open until filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in Social Work or related field.
• Eligible for Service Coordinator credential from Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.
• Possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with families through visits.
• Participate in the Early Intervention Team.
• Conduct developmental screenings and assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of community resources

Excellent communication skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Ability to negotiate and manage conflict

Interpersonal skills

Coaching strategies

Sensitive interaction with families

Independent work capability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

Word processing software

Database management programs

Job description

Job Description

POSITION: Early Intervention Service Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with assigned families through regular home visits and monitoring, serving as single point of contact to assist families throughout their Early Intervention (EI) journey beginning with initial contact through transition at age 3.
• Actively participate as a member of Mahoning County's Evidenced-Based EI Team.
• Share and ensure parents' rights within the EI system and complete required consents.
• Observe developmental skills of infants and toddlers; conduct screenings as appropriate.
• Gather medical, developmental and social history information to present to team.
• Coordinate eligibility and enrollment process including coordination of developmental evaluation and assessment.
• Conduct family-directed assessment to identify family's priorities.
• Provide information about community resources and make relevant referrals.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development and review of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) that identifies needed EI services and their funding sources.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Eligible for Service Coordinator credential issued by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DoDD).
• Possess knowledge of available community resources.
• Ability to interact in a sensitive and supportive manner with families and guardians.
• Ability to efficiently plan to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to negotiate and manage conflict.
• Ability to use coaching strategies to support parents.
• Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including evenings.
• Ability to attend required in-service trainings as offered by DoDD.
• Evidence of a valid driver's license in state of residence, good driving record and full liability coverage on any vehicle used for transportation.
• Excellent interviewing and documentation skills.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal) for effective interaction with internal and external customers.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Possess computer skills in various word processing and database management programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity & contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Ability to engage others with understanding & empathy.

Excellent benefits package.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Details

• Job ID: 4885680
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• ESC of Eastern Ohio MCBDD – Youngstown, Ohio
• Director of Human Resources: Kelli Behun, M.A.
• Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities
• 4791 Woodridge Drive, Austintown, Ohio 44515
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]

MAHONING COUNTY BOARD OF DD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER