Early Intervention Service Coordinator

POSITION: Early Intervention Service Coordinator
 

DUTIES (include but not limited to the following):
1Establish and maintain positive relationships with assigned families through regular home visits and
monitoring, serving as single point of contact to assist families throughout their Early Intervention (EI)
journey beginning with initial contact through transition at age 3
2 Actively participate as a member of Mahoning County's Evidenced-Based EI Team

3Share and ensure parent's rights within EI system and complete required consents
4 Observe developmental skills of infants and toddlers; conduct screenings as appropriate
5 Gather medical, developmental and social history information to present to team
6 Coordinate eligibility and enrollment process including coordination of developmental evaluation and
assessment
7 Conduct family-directed assessment to identify family's priorities
8 Provide information about community resources and make relevant referrals
9 Coordinate and facilitate the development and review of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) that
identifies needed EI services and their funding sources
 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS (include but not limited to the following):
1 Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field
2 Eligible for Service Coordinator credential issued by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
(DoDD)
3 Possess knowledge of available community resources
4 Ability to interact in a sensitive and supportive manner with families and guardians
5 Ability to efficiently plan to meet tight deadlines
6 Ability to negotiate and manage conflict
7 Ability to use coaching strategies to support parents
8 Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including evenings
9 Ability to attend required in-service trainings as offered by DoDD
10 Evidence of a valid driver's license in state of residence, good driving record and full liability coverage on
any vehicle used for transportation
11 Excellent interviewing and documentation skills
 12 Good organizational and time-management skills
 13 Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal) for effective interaction with internal
and external customers
 14 Self-starter with ability to work independently
15  Possess computer skills in various word processing and database management programs
15 Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity & contributing to an inclusive working environment
 Ability to engage others with understanding & empathy
 

Excellent benefits package.
 

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

MAHONING COUNTY BOARD OF DD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Kelli Behun, M.A.
Director of Human Resources
Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities
4791 Woodridge Drive
Austintown, Ohio 44515
Phone:330-797-2931
Fax: 330-599-7284