Service Coordinator-SPOE (Temporary) at Central Jersey Family Health Consortium Inc

North Brunswick, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Service Coordination, Referral Process, Family Support, Confidentiality, Communication, Data Entry, Documentation, Evaluation Procedures, Interpersonal Skills, Assessment, Collaboration, Child Development, Case Management, Bilingual, Microsoft Proficiency, Mental Health Awareness

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description This Position will end June 26, 2026 Position Summary: Responsible 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 process Obtain System Point of Entry (SPOE) referral and family contact information Ability to conduct professional interview with families & others via phone Inform families of the differences in the rights, entitlements, rules, regulations & funding between Part C and Part B or IDEA Demonstrate knowledge of family centered philosophy Maintain confidentiality and explain the family’s rights to confidentiality throughout their enrollment in early intervention As appropriate, initiate communication and collaboration with medical/ health care professionals to promote coordinated care As appropriate, initiate communication and collaboration with NJ DCP&P personnel to promote coordinated care Enter SPOE data using state referral form & follow specific procedures Maintain child record & data collection according to agency standards Demonstrate knowledge of state eligibility criteria & ability to interpret information to the family and team Demonstrate knowledge of the functions of various evaluation and assessment procedures and instruments Maintain appropriate paperwork/activities with accurate and complete documentation Ensure that all families have received appropriate documentation including welcome packet and eligible or ineligible packet following evaluation Implement county and regional procedures for referral to TET Coordinate with TET on scheduling evaluation/assessment, prior written notice, and consent and ensure appropriate documentation Manage county based spreadsheets Ensure that timelines are being met according to DOH criteria Review evaluation paperwork for completeness and accuracy Coordinate and facilitate the transition to the appropriate SCU if child is eligible If 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 intervention Any other duties as assigned Working 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. Requirements Education: 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) preferred. Computer proficiency required with Microsoft programs. 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.

Responsibilities

The Service Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that children and families receive timely referrals, evaluations, and eligibility determinations. They will also maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with various professionals to promote coordinated care.