Human Services Practitioner - Journey
- Employer
- East Carolina University
- Location
- Greenville, NC
View more
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Greenville CDSA is a part of the ECU Brody School of Medicine’s Department of Pediatrics and contractually serves as the primary portal of entry for the N.C. Infant-Toddler Program for seven counties in the eastern region of NC. Currently, we are seeking a Service Coordinator to cover a portion of counties within our catchment area which include Beaufort, Bertie, Greene, Hyde, Martin, Pitt and Wayne.
Job DutiesThe primary purpose of this position is to provide direct service coordination to infants and toddlers referred to the Children’s Developmental Services Agency.
The Service Coordinator independently completes routines-based family assessments, infant and toddler developmental assessments, and ongoing needs assessments with families of children ages birth to age three. The Service Coordinator position ensures family & child services are initiated and monitored in compliance with the Federal IDEA Part C legislation and the regulations and quality indicators set forth by the North Carolina Infant-Toddler Program. The Service Coordinator completes collaborative reports, as well as ongoing documentation relative to child and family progress toward IFSP Goals. The Service Coordinator monitors the outcomes developed within the IFSP and resources and connects families to required early intervention supports and services in the community. As a primary member of the IFSP team, the Service Coordinator facilitates all IFSP meetings, eligibility evaluation and assessment events, and transition planning conferences, as well as performing other family support activities as needed. The position is primarily a community-based position with a typical Monday-Friday work schedule.
Specific geographic assignment and office location will be determined based on current needs of the program.
Minimum Education/ExperienceAssociate’s degree in a related Human Services discipline and two years of experience related to the area of assignment, or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulationN/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/EducationState regulations require that the candidate for CDSA Service Coordinator must have received a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: B-K Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Education, Child Development, Human Development, Family Relations, Family Studies, Family and Consumer Sciences, Psychology or Social Work, as well as two years of professional experience working with the population served. Training and/or experience working with children with developmental disabilities or with agencies serving children and families who are receiving early intervention services is highly preferred.
Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive a State Fleet automobile. Proof of a 3-year clean driving record required if selected for position.
Infant-Toddler Family Specialist Certification is required of all CDSA Service Coordinators and must be verified using candidate’s college transcript.
License or Certification required by the DepartmentN/A
Special Instructions to Applicant- Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
- If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
- Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOEEast Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 328-9861 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for EmploymentFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- CareerBuilder
- Greenville Daily Reflector
- Raleigh News & Observer
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Monster.com
- Indeed
- ECU Website
- Other
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- List of References
- Additional Document #1
- Licenses/Certifications
Organization
ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.
Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.
Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm
To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:
- Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
- Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
- Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
- Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
- Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
- Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm
Get job alerts
Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
Create alert