Early Intervention Service Coordinator

Job Overview

Service Coordinators work closely with families and service providers throughout the early intervention process. Key responsibilities include arranging initial evaluations to determine if a child is eligible for early intervention services; developing plans to meet the unique needs of children and their families; coordinating needed services and supports; and helping families navigate the early intervention system.

Role Type

This position is full-time and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Reports to: ChildLink Unit Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Cook up the performance of initial and annual Multidisciplinary Evaluations (MDEs) of the child and family.
• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of the child and family, such as the ASQ, M-CHAT, CAQ, FAQ, and others as required.
• Facilitate and participate in the development, implementation, review, and evaluation of outcomes and the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Aid families in identifying early intervention services and other supports in alignment with their IFSP.
• Initiate referrals for service providers on the same day that the need for a service provider is determined.
• Locate, coordinate, and monitor the timely delivery of early intervention services and other supports that an eligible child needs or is receiving.
• Inform the family of procedural safeguards in early intervention as well as the availability of advocacy services.
• Aid the family in arranging necessary medical and health services for their child.
• Offer the family opportunities and support for their child to participate in community activities with other children.
• Inform the family of appropriate community resources.
• Refer eligible children for the at-risk tracking system with parental permission (if not eligible for early intervention services).
• Facilitate the development of a transition plan when a child leaves the infant/toddler early intervention system.
• Secure and maintain verification of continued medical necessity, as determined by the child’s physician.
• Enroll all eligible children in the Infant, Toddler, and Family Waiver.
• Enter evaluation reports (ERs), IFSPs, updates, and transition plan information in the PELICAN system on the same day that the activity occurs.
• Complete and process documentation required in forms, consents and permissions, and procedural safeguards as required.
• Work collaboratively with families, early intervention provider staff, MRS program analysts, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) staff, and others working on behalf of the family.
• Support and empower families to participate in the Philadelphia Interagency Coordinating Council (PICC) and other parent support resources.
• Implement and follow all state, county, and ChildLink early intervention policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and conferences as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Able to organize, manage time, and meet goals and task-specific timelines
• Able to exchange verbal information with and explain things to others
• Able to accurately complete forms, write progress notes, and write short letters
• Able to meet and interact with new people and establish positive working relationships
• Able to understand and follow policies and procedures
• Able to analyze issues and identify good approaches to solve problems
• Able to type on keyboards and use electronic programs
• Able to work in groups and facilitate meetings

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree required, including 12+ college credits in social sciences or related fields such as early intervention, early childhood education, child development, special education, family counseling, family studies, social welfare, psychology, or similar
• Required: 1+ years of experience working with or providing services to children, families, or individuals with disabilities
• PREFERRED: Ability to speak and write in Spanish and/or other languages
• PREFERRED: Ability to use American Sign Language (ASL)
• PREFERRED: Skills related to cultural or adaptive areas
• PREFERRED: Experience working in home and community settings
• PREFERRED: Experience facilitating meetings and working in groups

Compensation

PHMC Pay Scale: Grade 15
Starting salaries vary and are assessed according to level of education, work experience, and skills.
PHMC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a range of healthcare plan options, generous paid time off, retirement benefits, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, and more.

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.