Early Intervention Service Coordinator

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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 Early Intervention Service Coordinators (EISCs) are the heart of the Early Intervention system! They play a vital role in supporting children in the NC Infant-Toddler Program and empowering families as their child's first and most important teachers. Research shows that birth to age three is a critical period for building family competence and confidence-offering a powerful opportunity to positively influence a child's development and learning. Key duties of EISCs include: - Collaborating with families and team members to develop functional Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) - Working with multi-disciplinary teams to identify families' needs for supports and services - Conducting home visits to provide guidance and coordinate care - Coordinating services such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy - Arranging and monitoring early intervention services to ensure continuity and quality - Planning for children's smooth transition to other services at age three Work Schedule: M - F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *Daily travel by car is required within the CDSA catchment area* Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $47,296 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: - Thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques of the field of early childhood developmental disabilities and infant mental health, including assessments and development of comprehensive treatment plans. - Working skills in developing and writing individualized family service plans with the ability to evaluate and document child progress and adjust the plan as needed. - Working experience coordinating and instructing staff, family members, and care providers in carrying out methods and techniques utilized in developmental disabilities and infant and child mental health and family studies fields. - Working ability to establish rapport and relate to clients, families, community agencies, and groups, and a variety of service disciplines. - Working knowledge of managing time independently and develop and use methods of organization to facilitate compliance with all timelines, documentation requirements, and procedural safeguards. Physical Requirements (If Applicable): - Must be able to drive a vehicle in a multi-county area and access homes with stairs. Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date. - Must be able to drive a vehicle in a multi-county area and access homes with stairs. About The Division of Child and Family Well-Being: The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families, schools and communities. The division includes complementary programs that primarily serve children and youth to improve their health and well-being. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits. Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ . DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment f

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Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Child and Family Well Being Job Classification Title Early Intervention Service Coordinator (S) Position Number 60040524 Grade NC07

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