Service Coordinator

Position SummaryResponsible for ensuring children/families receive timely, high quality referral & evaluation/assessment/eligibility determination with accurate documentation.Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required by the employee.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Serve as the child's initial service coordinator during the referral & evaluation processObtain System Point of Entry (SPOE) referral and family contact informationAbility to conduct professional interview with families & others via phoneInform families of the differences in the rights, entitlements, rules, regulations & funding between Part C and Part B or IDEADemonstrate knowledge of family centered philosophyMaintain confidentiality and explain the family's rights to confidentiality throughout their enrollment in early interventionAs appropriate, initiate communication and collaboration with medical/health care professionals to promote coordinated careAs appropriate, initiate communication and collaboration with NJ DCP&P personnel to promote coordinated careEnter SPOE data using state referral form & follow specific proceduresMaintain child record & data collection according to agency standardsDemonstrate knowledge of state eligibility criteria & ability to interpret information to the family and teamDemonstrate knowledge of the functions of various evaluation and assessment procedures and instrumentsMaintain appropriate paperwork/activities with accurate and complete documentationEnsure that all families have received appropriate documentation including welcome packet and eligible or ineligible packet following evaluationImplement county and regional procedures for referral to TETCoordinate with TET on scheduling evaluation/assessment, prior written notice, and consent and ensure appropriate documentationManage county based spreadsheetsEnsure that timelines are being met according to DOH criteriaReview evaluation paperwork for completeness and accuracyCoordinate and facilitate the transition to the appropriate SCU if child is eligibleIf child is ineligible provide family with appropriate resources or transition/exit (referral, support and/or follow-up activities) as appropriate.Interact appropriately with families challenged by mental illness, abuse, chronic illness, developmental disabilities and other environmental influences that may impact their ability to participate in early interventionAny other duties as assignedWorking Conditions: There are no unusual work conditions associated with this position. Noise level in the office is moderate. Professional/business attire is required. Employees are occasionally required to attend meetings at external locations and will therefore experience external weather conditions.RequirementsEducation: Must meet one of the NJEIS Personnel Standards for any professional level early intervention personnel position with Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, child development, social work, human service, or education field.Experience: Minimum of one year of documented professional experience working with children & families in a counseling, supporting, or case management role. Documented professional experience is preferably with individual birth to five years of age and their families. Knowledge and experience relating to the field of non-profit, maternal child health and education is strongly preferred.Bilingual (English/Spanish). Computer proficiency required with Microsoft programs including Windows and Office. Excel & Access preferred, but not required. Strong interpersonal & oral/written communication skills required.Valid Driver's license with the ability to provide proof of ongoing automobile insurance coverage is required. This position will entail reimbursable local and statewide travel utilizing personal vehicle.Physical Requirements: This position requires frequent typing. You will also be required to occasionally lift up to twenty pounds of materials or equipment.