Family Support Specialist Position Available In Oneida, New York

Description The Family Support Specialist is responsible to serve as a liaison for families and establish relationships with infants and their families in Early Intervention and/or Preschool. They will schedule, conduct meetings, make referrals and ensure services are provided as per the IFSP. Core Responsibilities + Serve as a liaison and primary contact for families affiliated with the Early Intervention and Preschool. + Provide ongoing service coordination across Oneida, Herkimer and Madison County. + Manage student educational records for quality assurance focused on accuracy, timelines and content. + Participate in meetings with staff, parents, and community members to ensure the child and family’s needs are met. + Perform administrative support by attending meetings, participating on committees and other activities as required. + Ensures all services are established and maintained for the families. + Assures supports are in place inclusive of service provider and family contacts. + Collaborates with all service providers and establishes team communication plan. + Advocates for additional services and linkages as appropriate. + Provides written documentation of services. + Participates in NY State regulatory training as required. Qualifications + 4-year Degree in Human Services or related field. + At least 2-years’ experience working with Early Childhood populations. + Must have or obtain the NYS Early Intervention Coordination Certification within the first 3-months in this position. + Must complete 40 hours of specialized/designated training within the first year in this role per regulatory requirements. + Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License. Benefits Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off. + Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision + Direct Deposit + Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + Retirement Plan 403(b) + Life Insurance + Voluntary Benefits + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave) + Tuition Reimbursement + Service Awards + Employee Appreciation Events + Employee Discounts Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org To access a copy of the job description Click Here – Family Support Specialist (https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/8cg392a5r4kj0khc0avkt/31604-Family-Support-Specialist.doc?rlkey=mdh1x6uohkr2gtcbgt0fe6z86&st=fg5hooy4&dl=0) Qualifications Education Required + Bachelors or better in Human Services Licenses & Certifications Required + Driver License Preferred + Early Int. Coord. Cert. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.