Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION : Works in partnership with families to identify needs and issues, provides service linkages, coordinates services, and advocates for families with eligible children birth to three. Coordinates the development of an individualized family service plan, ensures that the plan is implemented as written and reviews the plan according to state/federal requirements or as often as needed. Monitors the programs and supports with the team to assess progress and recommendations for future programming. Ensures the rights of individuals and families in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations are not violated. Obtains needed or requested services as appropriate and removes barriers to meet identified needs. Enables families to become advocates for their children. Coordinates transitions to other programs and services.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in order to meet Ohio Department of Early Intervention Credentialing requirements. Meets or is eligible for necessary certification requirements. Prefer experience working with families with young (0-6) children with and without disabilities.

Valid OH Driver’s License; must be able to transport self. Must be able to maintain insurability as required by Board policy.

Able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 50lbs.

CERTIFICATION: DODD Early Intervention Service Coordinator.

Must be willing to meet certification/registration standards as applicable. May be required to obtain course work at own expense for initial certification as well as renewals.

Additional Information

The County benefits package includes health, dental, life, additional life, optional vision, and other benefits related to public sector employment. Additionally, Richland County employment includes participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (“OPERS”). ****