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Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) is Hiring an Educational Liaison - Multi-System Navigation Center Near Columbus, OH
Title: Educational Liaison – Multi-System Navigation Center Position Type: non-teaching non-administrator Posting Date: 4/23/24 Closing Date: 5/07/24 OCALI is recognized as a global leader in creating and connecting resources and relationships to ensure that people with disabilities live their best lives for their whole lives. OCALI is a trusted source of high-quality information, facilitation, coaching, professional development, and technical assistance to ensure families, educators, and service providers are equipped to effectively care for, support, educate, employ, or work with individuals with disabilities. Our staff works in a collaborative environment on a wide range of multifaceted and customized projects. OCALI offers a competitive salary, benefits, and retirement package. We are seeking a year-round full-time Educational Liaison to support OCALI’s Multi-System Navigation Center (MSNC). The Multi-System Navigation Center works to help individuals and families navigate multiple partners, resources, agencies, and opportunities in getting the resources and tools needed. The role of the Educational Liaison is to offer facilitation and resources to identified school districts and residential facilities that serve youth (8-21) with MI/IDD and Behavioral Health needs. The Educational Liaison enhances understanding and knowledge about the services, transition process between school districts, and educational needs of the youth served in the residential facilities. Responsibilities
Provide resources to assist educational teams to educate youth with MI/IDD and Behavioral Health needs residing in residential facilities
Facilitate professional development and provide technical assistance to educators and other school team members.
Assist MSNC team to develop training and professional development materials and resources.
Provide residential staff with resources and information related to implementing supports and interventions in the residential facility.
Meet virtually and in-person with youth teams.
Maintain a detailed calendar of daily activity.
Maintain and organize project documentation ensuring all activity is recorded accurately.
Attend weekly virtual and in-person meetings with MSNC members.
Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance skills and knowledge in needed content areas.
Qualifications and Skills
Intervention Specialist, Special Education Supervisor/Coordinator, School-based Occupational Therapist, School-based Speech and Language Therapist, or other professional with experience serving youth with Dual Diagnosis (MI/IDD) and Behavioral Health needs. Minimum of 5 years experience
Deep knowledge of Ohio’s education system and services for youth on IEPs.
Self-motivation and initiative, strong independent work ethic.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proven ability to perform job responsibilities independently, with a high degree of accuracy.
Familiar with residential facilities serving youth with Behavioral Health needs.
Knowledge of evidenced-based/effective strategies and interventions to support the educational programming of youth with IDD/MI and Behavioral Health needs in the classroom addressing:
resilience and trauma
sensory regulation
effective communication – speaking and non-speaking
social understanding
environmental accommodations
Experience developing and facilitating training and professional development.
Experience and proficiency with applications and online environments including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams/Zoom, and SharePoint.
Excellent communication skills – Oral and Written.
Skilled in relationship building across multi-agency and school teams. Ability and desire to work in a team environment and with diverse groups of people.
A minimum of 5 years of experience supporting youth with IDD/MI and Behavioral Health needs
Available June 2024.
Candidates must be able to travel weekly to Franklin, Montgomery, and Greene Counties
Reports to MSNC Program Director.
What’s in it for you? OCALI offers excellent benefits and retirement packages, including eligibility in SERS/STRS, as well as access to:
A mission-driven, innovative, and growing team
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and generous holiday schedule
Flexible and fast-paced work environment
Professional learning opportunities
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience. Reports To: MSNC Program Manager Application Procedures: Please complete the employment application through this online system www.escco.org For questions, please contact: chris_filler@ocali.org Job ID 20657