Early Intervention Service Coordinator

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct service coordination for children in the NC Infant-Toddler Program and to provide supports to their families/caregivers. Service coordination is a critical service that is helpful for families/caregivers, and it is also required by the federal law, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Services provided through the NC ITP must be compliant with the IDEA, federal regulations, and State policies and procedures. This position as an Early Intervention Service Coordinator for children, birth to three, is located within the catchment area of the Shelby Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) and is housed in Cleveland County in the main office in Shelby, NC. Some travel outside of the county may be required at times. Duties include working with families and providers to develop functional Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), work with multi-disciplinary teams to determine families' needs for supports and services, conduct home visits, coordinate and facilitate services and transition planning, and participate in the authorization and monitoring of early intervention services. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $37,377 - $65,408 Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $39,583 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred: - Experience working with children in the age range 0 - 5 and their families, including children with developmental delays. - Working knowledge of young child development, including developmental milestones. - Experience working with and collaborating with families and other professionals. - Working knowledge of evidence-based practices used in working with young children and families, such as natural learning environment practices and caregiver coaching. - Fluency in a second language. Physical Requirements (If Applicable): - Must be able to drive and travel by car across the CDSA's catchment area. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education, Psychology from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of professional experience working with the population served. OR Bachelor's degree in human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of professional experience working with the population served. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Rosa Henegan Email: talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov