Empowering Early Intervention Family Support Specialist

Benchmark-Human-Services-MT; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Advancement opportunities

401k with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services seeks a Family Support Specialist in Kalispell, MT to help families access Montana Milestones and FES services. The role supports infants and toddlers, coordinates assessments, and assists with IFSP planning under Part C guidelines.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, experience with families/children, and a willingness to enroll as a provider. Location is in Kalispell with benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a qualifying field.
• Experience with families and/or children.
• Experience with children with disabilities preferred.
• Meet provider enrollment qualifications for a Family Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Function in intake and/or ongoing coordinator role.
• Assist eligibility determination activities including referrals and intake.
• Conduct family assessment and interview the family.
• Collect information on child development and observations.
• Coordinate evaluations and assessments.
• Inform parents of parental rights.
• Assist in planning and implementing an IFSP.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper records.
• Coordinate referrals to services and monitor IFSP delivery.
• Facilitate transition planning for exiting Part C.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child/Human Development, Social Work, Public Health, Sociology, Nursing, Psychology

Job description

Benchmark Human Services seeks a Family Support Specialist in Kalispell, MT to help families access Montana Milestones and FES services. The role supports infants and toddlers, coordinates assessments, and assists with IFSP planning under Part C guidelines.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, experience with families/children, and a willingness to enroll as a provider. Location is in Kalispell with benefits and career advancement opportunities.