Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator

Navylifesw; Coronado (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Navylifesw in Coronado, CA is seeking a qualified professional to provide an inclusive approach to serving children aged 6 weeks through 18 with medical, educational, or other identified needs across Child and Youth Programs. The role supports development and implementation of CYP inclusion and behavior support processes while providing ongoing educational opportunities.

Responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, advising families, and coordinating referrals within the military

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in child development or related field.
• Three years of full-time experience with children/youth.
• Knowledge of IDEA and Rehabilitation Act as they apply to CDCs and community services.
• Skill in respectful communication with families.
• Experience with observation/assessment methods and BSP design.

Responsibilities

• Provide inclusive services across child care, education, and supports.
• Develop and implement CYP inclusion and behavior support processes.
• Conduct needs assessments and referrals within the military and local communities.
• Offer ongoing educational opportunities for staff and caregivers.

Skills

Communication with families

Adult learning facilitation

Functional behavioral assessments

Data analysis

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in child development or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The purpose of the position is to provide a comprehensive inclusive approach to serving children (6 wks -18) with medical, educational, or other identified needs across Child and Youth Programs. Supports the development and implementation of CYP inclusion and behavior support processes, provides ongoing educational opportunities. Conducts needs and non-clinical assessments and remains aware of early intervention and other services and provides referrals within the military and surrounding areas.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

• A bachelor's degree in child development, early childhood education, special education, youth development, psychology, social work or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position AND three years of full time experience working with children and/or youth
• Professional knowledge of child and youth development, early intervention, special education, early childhood inclusion, and evidence-based and trauma-informed practices that support inclusive environments related to birth to 18-year-olds.
• Professional knowledge of observation and assessment methods and implementation
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• Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as they apply to CDCs, school age centers and community based support services.
• Skill in respectful, reciprocal communication with families; adapts responsive approaches as required to meet the needs of individual families.
• Skill in the practice-based coaching model, facilitating training with adult learners, providing feedback, and adjusting training pace and activities to meet diverse learning needs.
• Skill in conducting functional behavioral assessments and collaborating with a team to design, implement, and monitor resulting BSP.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to identify and apply appropriate evidence-based inclusive practices to meet the needs of individual children and youth and groups of children and youth in a child care or group setting.
• Ability to develop, collect, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends across the program, communicate trends, and propose solutions to program leadership.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.