Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
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- *The Recruitment Range For This Position Is $35984 - $47296*
The primary purpose of the Early Intervention Service Coordinator position is to provide direct service coordination for children in the NC Infant-Toddler Program and to provide support 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.
The Early Intervention Service Coordinator for children birth to three is located within the catchment area of the Childrens Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) of Morganton/Hickory. 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.
About the North Carolina Early Intervention (NCEI) Branch:
The North Carolina Early Intervention Branch (NCEI) is a part of the N.C. Division of Public Health. It is the lead agency for the N.C. Infant-Toddler Program (ITP). The Infant-Toddler Program provides support and services for families and their children birth to three who have special needs. Research shows that this time period is critical. It offers a window of opportunity to make a positive difference in how a child develops and learns. Childrens Developmental Services Agencies (CDSAs) across North Carolina work with local service providers to help families help their children succeed.
About the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health and human-related services for all North Carolinians especially our most vulnerable people children elderly disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals community leaders advocacy groups local state and federal entities and many other stakeholders to make this happen.
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 addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: more information about DHHS: Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesThe Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants that possess the following skills are preferred: Experience working with children in the age range 0 - 5 and their families including children with developmental delays. Demonstrated knowledge of young child development. Experience working with and collaborating with families community organizations and other agencies. Knowledge of coaching interaction styles and adult learning principles. Experience working with infants toddlers and their families using research-informed and/or evidence-based practices for the provision of early intervention services. Experience developing treatment and/or outcomes-based plans setting goals planning writing and measuring outcomes for children and their families. Good written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage time independently. Fluency in a second language.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to drive and travel by car across the CDSAs defined catchment area.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors 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
Bachelors 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.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who 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: 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 Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.- Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
- Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
- If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
- Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
- Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
- For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at
Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Veterans and National Guard Preference
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
- Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
If there are any questions about this posting please contact Talent Acquisition at . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
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Employment Type
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