Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator

Summary

The purpose of the Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator (SNIC) position is to provide a comprehensive inclusive approach to serving children (ages 6 weeks -18) with medical educational or other identified needs across Child & Youth Programs (CYP). The SNIC supports the development and implementation of CYP inclusion and behavior support processes provides ongoing educational opportunities conducts needs and non-clinical assessments and remains aware of early intervention and other services.

Duties

Major duties and responsibilities of the Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator are organized by category. Some of the highlighted duties include but are not limited to:

Classroom/Program Inclusion Supports

• Coordinates across multiple delivery systems using evidence-based inclusive practices and leveraging existing approved Department of Defense (DoD) or Navy tools resources and approaches (e.g. Navy CYP Inclusion Standard).
• Administers implements and monitors inclusion supports and behavior support processes in classrooms/programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of Inclusion or Behavior Support Plans (ISP/BSP).
• Assists CYP professionals in recognizing and responding appropriately to children and youth displaying concerning or unsafe behaviors.
• Collaborates with the Training and Curriculum Specialist (T&C) to train and coach CYP professionals to implement monitor and maintain ISPs/BSPs implemented through continued observation and the correct use and application of support strategies and/or required accommodations.
• Coaches CYP Professionals to observe childrens/youths development and individual needs communicate effectively with families and enhance their classroom/activity area environment and curriculum to promote inclusion and meet diverse learning needs.
• Develops and maintains a resource library to include a variety of learning materials activities parent support materials and related publications pertinent to serving children and youth in inclusive environments and/or with developmental delays disabilities or behavior support needs.
• Leads and conducts inclusive program/classroom assessments at regular and periodic intervals.
• Serves as a core member of the installation Inclusion Action Team (IAT) and monitors compliance with Service policy DoD instructions and federal law.
• Gives input into the development of CYP employee and parent handbooks supports implementation and provides interpretation of content and implementation of inclusive practices.
• Participates in parent conferences/meetings at a DoD installation as needed.
• Spends at least 50 percent of time in classroom/activity area settings promoting modeling coaching and mentoring CYP Professionals to promote implementation of inclusive practices.
• Conducts non-clinical and behavioral assessments using approved assessments identified screening and observation tools to support the development of ISPs/BSPs.
• Supports the identification of needs and classroom supports for children and youth through observations conducted by CYP Professionals.

Intervention and Other Services

• Collaborates with and maintains a network of military and community agencies provides information and referral.
• May serve on local early education councils or advisory groups alongside DoD Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) family support providers and School Liaisons (SLs).
• Coordinates with CYP and specialized services.

CYP Professional Education and Coaching

• Coordinates with the T&C to provide regular training and coaching opportunities on child observations positive behavioral supports inclusive practices and use of the classroom/program environment to meet diverse learning needs. Supports the T&C to provide training to ensure implementation of core inclusive programming.
• Coordinates with the T&C and uses classroom observations and collected data reports to review concerns related to a childs development behavior and program participation.
• Assists classroom Direct Care teams to develop and implement ISPs/BSPs and monitors their effectiveness. Models the strategies outlined in the plan observes the teams implementation of the strategies and provides supportive and constructive feedback. Works with classroom teams to discuss strategies and adjust plans. .
• Serves as a coach to help classroom teams and CYP Professionals develop goals centered around evidence-based inclusion practices and pyramid level supports and plan/implement action steps to achieve goals.

The above is only a partial list of duties. If selected you will receive the full position description outlining the job duties.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must pass a pre-employment physical provide evidence of immunization be free of all communicable diseases and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.
• Ability to complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal State and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoDs Child and Youth Programs.
• Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• required to have mobility necessary to ensure safety of children and youth and engage in repetitive actions such as walking standing bending stooping sitting on the floor and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements and to provide immediate responses when applicable.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and specialized experience working with children or youth (see education section for details).
• Knowledge skill and ability to independently manage a developmentally appropriate program for the age groups served.
• Knowledge and background of child and youth programs including principles practices and techniques of child and youth development.
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Knowledge of the NAEYC COA and NAFCC accreditation criteria and process the required programs of the BGCA 4-H and the skills and knowledge to implement the Department of Defense (DoD) certification standards.
• Skill in planning organizing and implementing programs.
• Skill to develop curriculum outlines courses of study lesson plans/guides and to conduct training workshops.
• Ability to provide guidance and leadership.
• Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations including evacuations child illness and physical and emotional disorders.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.

Education

IAW the Military Child Care Act OPM OPNAV 1700.9E and DoDI 6060.2 minimum education requirements are as follows:

A bachelors degree in child development early childhood education special education youth development psychology social work or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position AND three (3) years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth.

OR

A combination of education and experience; education must include courses in a child-related field and total minimum of 24 higher level (300 level ) semester addition four (4) years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth is required.

Note: A copy of your college transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) MUST be submitted when applying.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.

All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS) and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers per DoDI 1402.05.

Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general special or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10 U.S.C) for any of the following: a sexual offense any criminal offense involving a child victim or a felony drug offense. Additionally the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individuals care.

Foreign Nationals must have at least 3 years residency within the United States or U.S. Terriorties.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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