Education Coordinator, Springfield, MA

Job Description

Job Description

The Key Program is seeking an Education Coordinator for our Lead Agency contract with the Department of Children and Families in the greater Springfield area. The Education Coordinator assists in accessing educational services and participates in educational planning for children involved with DCF. Our Education Coordinator collaborates with Local Education Associations, parents, Educational Surrogates, DCF staff and statewide human service provider networks.

Wage:   Competitive salary wage: $64,109-$66,269     Additional compensation is provided for bilingual skills and our generous employee referral bonus program.  

Insurance:  (See attachment for contribution details)  

• Key offers Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Benefits covering over 90% of medical premiums and 70% for dental premiums with low deductibles and co-pays. 

Professional Development: (See attachment for details)

• Tuition assistance is available for any degree or certification program. Scholarship opportunities are provided for clinical-related graduate programs. 
• Key is an internship placement site where employees can fulfill internship requirements for college credit. 
• Intensive training, professional development and opportunities for advancement are available. 

Self-Care and Paid Time Off Benefits: (See attachment for details)

• 3 weeks/vacation, 2 weeks/sick time, 3 days/personal, 3 days/bereavement and 12 paid holidays for Full-time staff.  
• Free, confidential employee assistance program for employees and adult household members for support with mental and physical health, financial, family, legal, parenting and other concerns. 

Other:

• Reimbursement equivalent to IRS rate for work-related travel. 
• 403(b) retirement savings account (tax-deferred).  
• Pre-tax childcare.    

Qualifications:

One of the following:

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a Human Service-related field and experience working in an educational setting and possess specific knowledge of Massachusetts Special Education Law and the federal requirements of ESSA. 
• Minimum of 1 year case management or direct care experience

And

• Must be 21 years of age or older 
• Valid state driver’s license and legally registered and insured car for work use 

Responsibilities:

• The Education Coordinator collaborates with families, schools, service providers, DCF and other community supports ensuring the most appropriate educational services are provided.
• Traveling in Massachusetts to attend educational meetings is required.

The Key Program is a private, non-profit human services agency whose mission is to support children, families, and emerging adults through trauma-informed, culturally grounded services that strengthen resilience, foster belonging, deepen community connections, and build a foundation for lasting well-being. Key works in conjunction with the MA DCF, RI DCYF and NH DCYF and is an agency provider of community-based services, residential treatment programming, and outpatient mental/behavioral health services.    

Key is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and committed to hiring employees that reflect the diverse communities that we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race or color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, country of ancestral origin, or veteran status.