Early Supports and Services Professional

About the role

The ESS Professional will work with children with a variety of developmental delays and/or disabilities from birth to age three to develop an Individualized Family Support Plan to support the child’s development. The ESS Professional will work together with a supportive, dynamic team within the Family Resource Center in order to connect the family to needed resources.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with a variety of developmental delays and/or disabilities from birth to age three to develop an Individualized Family Support Plan to support the child’s development.
• Work together with a supportive, dynamic team within the Family Resource Center in order to connect the family to needed resources.
• Balance providing hands-on services while efficiently completing paperwork.
• Educate families on available community resources and supports.
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive support for families.

Requirements

• A local Associate Degree in education or human services related field with relevant experience is required.
• An Associate Degree, Bachelor’s degree, Master’s Degree, or license/certification is preferred.
• Experience with working with children under 3 is preferred.
• Local travel will be required in order to meet families in their natural environment.
• Flexibility in hours and some remote work is possible.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent time management.
• The ability to work independently.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and disabilities.
• Proficiency in using technology for documentation and resource coordination.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule and some remote work options.

Pay

$20-$22/hour

Schedule

Flexibility in hours and some remote work is possible.