Early Steps Coordinator- West Palm Beach

Easter Seals; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

401k

Job summary

Easterseals Florida is recruiting a Service Coordinator for the Treasure Coast Early Steps program in West Palm Beach to support families of children birth through 3 with developmental delays. Services occur in homes, daycare, playgrounds, and other community settings.

The role involves being the single point of contact, locating funding sources, and delivering parent-education programs that provide caregivers with practical strategies aligned to family needs during daily activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant fields with transcripts and diploma required.
• One year hands-on experience with young children and families in teaching, case management, or counseling role or with individuals with disabilities.
• Bachelor's degrees in other fields require a minimum of 3 years of experience in case management, teaching or counseling with children with disabilities.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English, Creole/Englis) a plus.
• Ability to meet approved driver qualifications to drive personal vehicle for program needs (min age 21, good driving history).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of contact in assisting families in gaining access to services in the community.
• Obtain information on funding sources to help meet children's needs.
• Provide parent education, evidence-based program giving strategies to caregivers based on family needs during daily activities.

Skills

Experience with young children and/or;

Bilingual Spanish/English or Creole/En

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, social work, health education, interdisciplinary sociology, early childhood, child development or special ed

Job description

Salary will be between $43,417 to $45,367 per year (and based on experience), plus insurance and time off benefits

We are currently seeking a Service Coordinator for our Treasure Coast Early Steps program in West Palm Beach. Our program serves children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays, providing services in the families' homes, at daycare, at the playground, or wherever the children are during the day (in the natural environment).

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 401k Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

A snapshot of what you'll do:

• Serve as the single point of contact in assisting families in gaining access to available services in the community
• Obtaining information on available funding sources to help in meeting the needs of the children
• Provide a parent education, evidence-based program whose goal is to give strategies to the child's caregiver based on the child's and family's needs during routine activities

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or higher with an emphasis in the areas of psychology, social work, health education, interdisciplinary sociology, early childhood, child development or special education (college transcript and copy of diploma are required)
• One year of hands-on experience with young children and families in a teaching, case management, or counseling role, or with individuals with special needs and/or developmental delays of any age in a case management role
• Bachelor's degrees in other fields require a minimum of 3 years of experience in case management, teaching or counseling working with children with disabilities
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English, Creole/Englis) a plus
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
• An energetic, resourceful and professional individual who will promote a positive, respectful and team-based environment

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020-2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at [phone], [e-mail], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.