Early Intervention Coordinator (Co Intellectual Disabilities Pro. Spec.1 (LG) Washington Co MH / ID

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career? The County of Washington Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Department is seeking applicants for the position of Intellectual Disabilities (ID) Program Specialist 1 - Early Intervention (EI) Coordinator. We offer an attractive starting salary with a generous benefits package, including family health insurance, retirement contribution, and wellness benefits / activities for both employees and their families. If you are looking for a great opportunity to help the community and residents of Washington County, we want to hear from you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This is professional work of an administrative nature involving the review, analysis, evaluation, monitoring and coordination of Early Intervention Services (EIS). The ID Program Specialist is responsible for the review, analysis, evaluation, monitoring and coordination of community EI programs. Duties involve interpreting rules, regulations, program policies and objectives and administering or assisting in appropriate development and support of EIS to meet the needs of eligible infants, toddlers, young children and their families. To fulfill these duties, the ID Program Specialist will possess comprehensive knowledge in the requirements set forth in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), P.L. 102-119, and the Pennsylvania Early Intervention Services System Act (Act 212 of 1990, P.L. 1372, No. 212). This employee will also be knowledgeable and conversant in all Intellectual Disability bulletins that establish Early Intervention policies and procedures including, but not limited to, screening, evaluation and eligibility, children at risk, Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), P.L. 99-457 (Part H), and Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT), as well as all related rules & regulations. The ID Program Specialist will also be involved in provider contracts and determining allocations.

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8 : 30 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Required to work outside of normal scheduled hours (Evenings & Weekends)
• Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

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Legal Requirements :

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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