Early Steps Coordinator- West Palm Beach

ALS Therapy Development Institute; 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

Employee Assistance Program

403B Savings Plan

Wellness program

Work life balance

Community impact

Job summary

Easterseals Florida is seeking a Service Coordinator in West Palm Beach to assist families with locating services and funding, and to provide parent education using evidence-based strategies tailored to each child’s needs. The role focuses on serving families in their homes and community settings in a coordinated, respectful, team-based environment.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, experience with children and families, and bilingual abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, health education, interdisciplinary sociology, early childhood, child development or special education; transcript and diploma required.
• One year of hands-on experience with young children and families in teaching, case management, or counseling roles; or with individuals with special needs.
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 meet the needs of the children
• Provide 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

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

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
• 403B 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.