Job Description

Thom Springfield Regional Consultation Program (RCP) is committed to ensuring that families who have a child with complex needs receive the support they need. RCPs offer family support programming, respite, consultation, resource and referral support, training, and community-wide capacity building. 

Eligible children must be enrolled in a certified Early Intervention Program and meet one or more of the following criteria: the child has extensive medical and/or healthcare needs, complex care needs, or multiple disabilities.

The Thom Springfield RCP Coordinator reports to the Program Director of Thom Springfield Early Intervention Program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with not less than three years of experience working with children and families
• Experience working with individuals with multiple disabilities and complex care needs and their families
• Familiarity with Massachusetts Early Intervention philosophy and operational standards
• Experience with resource and referral work
• Ability to work competently in a culturally diverse environment
• Skills in developing adult training programs and knowledge of adult learning styles
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills

Job Elements:

• Identify state and local resources available to families and providers
• Assist families to enroll in respite services and obtain adaptive equipment or other supports as needed
• Provide support to family members and providers through trainings, resources, and referrals
• Lead a family support group for families in the Regional Consultation Program
• Provide support to Early Intervention Programs, preschools, and other early education and care providers to raise community awareness and capacity to care for children with multiple disabilities
• Collaborate with the other RCP program coordinators, Early Intervention Programs, Massachusetts Departments of Public Health and Early Education and Care and other community partners
• Provide consultation to local families and Early Intervention Programs around the development of IFSPs that enhance therapeutic approaches and promote inclusion of children in natural environments
• Plan family events/outings for families enrolled in the program
• Provide regular written reports to Thom’s Board of Directors and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health detailing quarterly service delivery
• Track program invoices and billing and compile monthly reports in an organized manner

NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE

Thom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.