Birth to Age Three Service Coordinator for CFC #19

Macon County Mental Health Board

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#Confidentiality #Organizational Skills #Early Intervention #Evaluation #Child Development #Time Management #Conflict Resolution #Certification

Quick overview

The Service Coordinator facilitates the progress of children aged birth to three and their families through the Early Intervention service system, including intake, evaluation, eligibility determination, and the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) process. This role involves maintaining a caseload and conducting home visits to meet with families.

Requirements summary

A Bachelor's degree in a related field with coursework in child development is required by the State of Illinois, and this cannot be substituted with experience. Candidates must possess strong organizational and time management skills, reliable transportation for home visits, and the willingness to obtain necessary certification.

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Job description

The Service Coordinator facilitates the progress of children ages birth to 3 years and their families through intake, evaluation, eligibility determination, the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) process, and review of progress as part of the Early Intervention (EI) service system.
The Service Coordinator maintains a case load and conducts home visits to meet with families.
The individual must have reliable transportation, as Service Coordinators use their personal vehicle for travel and are reimbursed for mileage at a rate equivalent to the IRS mileage rate.
This is a fast-paced position, funded by the State of Illinois, with a focus on deadlines.
Strong organizational and time management skills are a must.
Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, speech, early childhood education, special education or related field which include course work in child development (required by the State of Illinois; cannot be substituted for experience) Willingness to obtain and maintain required certification/credentialing Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and ethical conduct skills Ability to work cooperatively with infants/families, paraprofessionals, and specialists Effective and diplomatic oral and written communication skills High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work to meet time frames and deadlines Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision Knowledge of basic computer functioning and accessing a database Maintain confidentiality Valid IL driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and reliable means of transportation Experience in Service Coordination and Early Intervention or Early Childhood preferred Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Benefits

Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Care Plan

Birth to Age Three Service Coordinator for CFC #19

Birth to Age Three Service Coordinator for CFC #19

Illinois early intervention coordinator role

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