Frederickcountymd
Family Support Network Coordinator
Frederickcountymd, Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701
Exempt; full-time; 35 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; full-benefits; grant fundedThis position with the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program (FCITP) with Frederick County Developmental Center provides ongoing support and resources for eligible families who have children with developmental delays or disabilities from birth through age five and through transition to Part B services into the public school system. In addition, this position provides ongoing resourcing support to FCITP staff as well as providing regular community outreach within Frederick County. Supervision is received from the FCDC Systems Supervisor.Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidaysDay 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefitWork/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness ProgramGenerous Tuition Reimbursement ProgramCounty and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.Job Responsibilities:Provide support to the Infants and Toddlers Program staff and eligible families by informing them of community resources, financial grant opportunities, outreach events, and trainingsCollaborate with FCITP leadership and staff (as well as FCPS family outreach staff) to develop, organize, and facilitate family engagement events, group opportunities, informational workshops, and outreach opportunitiesCreate, publish, and distribute materials for caregivers of children with developmental delays and interested community partners via bimonthly newsletter, flyers, emails, social media postsMaintain FCITP email distribution list and oversee FCDC social media pageRepresent FCITP as a member in the Local Interagency Coordinating Council and Judy Center community partner team and provide outreach and support to community partners and familiesFacilitate ongoing support groups for FCITP, as well as in the communityCoordinate therapeutic opportunities for children with special needs with community partners such as FCPS, Parks & Rec, FLIPS, FCPL, etc.Maintain Parent-to-Parent database, as well as FCITP’s Lending Library, Community Closet, and outreach suppliesWork 1:1 with families and community partners to seek grant funding for equipment and basic needs for the children and families we serveAttend various activities to include play groups, collaborate FCPS events, outreach events, etc.Maintain and provide required data to FCITP Director for grants and other reportsEnter data into Maryland State Department of Education database, following the data reporting requirements and deadlines for FCDC and MSDEEncourage families to participate in the MSDE Annual Family Survey, as well as FCITP’s Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)Perform other duties as assignedTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Minimum Qualifications:High school graduation or the equivalentMinimum 1 year experience navigating human services resourcesMinimum 1 year data entry work experienceParent of a child with a disability per Maryland State Department of Education requirementCurrent certification in First Aid and CPR, or ability to obtain during first department offered opportunityPossession of a valid automobile operator’s licenseNOTE: Additional related education may substitute for a portion of the work experience requirementKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privilegesKnowledge of early intervention, special education, and disabilitiesKnowledge of IFSP, Extended IFSP, and IEP processKnowledge of Maryland State Department of Education’s requirements, parental rights and dispute resolution in early intervention and special educationKnowledge of Infants and Toddlers Program mission and vision, as well as current Evidenced Based Practices used by service providersKnowledge of transition resources and community resources for children with disabilitiesAbility to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentialityStrong writing skills to support a range of content, including social media, email communications, grant writing, research, trainings, and reportsAbility to maintain, monitor, and provide content for social media accountsStrong clerical and record-keeping skills, including the ability to accurately perform basic math functionsAbility to accurately compile and prepare data and reportsAbility to effectively access and utilize Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Power Point, e-mail, spreadsheet and other systems and equipment, and to learn new software as it is requiredAbility to effectively organize work, determine priorities, including the ability to make decisions and complete assigned duties with minimal supervisionDiscretion and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and personal information with ability to maintain appropriate confidentialityStrong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to clearly explain policies and proceduresAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, caregivers of children with disabilities and the general publicPREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:Additional related educationExperience in marketing and/or communicationsIntermediate skills using MS Office Word softwareExperience in the navigation of transition resources and community resources for children with disabilitiesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit, walk, and perform repetitive motions; frequently stoop, reach and drive; occasionally climb/ascend/descend, and lift up to 20 pounds; and rarely lift up to 50 poundsWhile working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors, outdoors, and is required to wear protective equipment; and occasionally is required to walk on uneven groundAvailable for evening and weekend hours as needed for outreach events, supports groups and meetingsAbility to provide own transportation to meetings, etc.This position is subject to random drug testingThis position is considered essential personnel in the event of a public health emergencyKIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):An evaluation of training and experienceOne or more interviewsA pre-employment physical examination and drug testA pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
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Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.Job Responsibilities:Provide support to the Infants and Toddlers Program staff and eligible families by informing them of community resources, financial grant opportunities, outreach events, and trainingsCollaborate with FCITP leadership and staff (as well as FCPS family outreach staff) to develop, organize, and facilitate family engagement events, group opportunities, informational workshops, and outreach opportunitiesCreate, publish, and distribute materials for caregivers of children with developmental delays and interested community partners via bimonthly newsletter, flyers, emails, social media postsMaintain FCITP email distribution list and oversee FCDC social media pageRepresent FCITP as a member in the Local Interagency Coordinating Council and Judy Center community partner team and provide outreach and support to community partners and familiesFacilitate ongoing support groups for FCITP, as well as in the communityCoordinate therapeutic opportunities for children with special needs with community partners such as FCPS, Parks & Rec, FLIPS, FCPL, etc.Maintain Parent-to-Parent database, as well as FCITP’s Lending Library, Community Closet, and outreach suppliesWork 1:1 with families and community partners to seek grant funding for equipment and basic needs for the children and families we serveAttend various activities to include play groups, collaborate FCPS events, outreach events, etc.Maintain and provide required data to FCITP Director for grants and other reportsEnter data into Maryland State Department of Education database, following the data reporting requirements and deadlines for FCDC and MSDEEncourage families to participate in the MSDE Annual Family Survey, as well as FCITP’s Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)Perform other duties as assignedTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Minimum Qualifications:High school graduation or the equivalentMinimum 1 year experience navigating human services resourcesMinimum 1 year data entry work experienceParent of a child with a disability per Maryland State Department of Education requirementCurrent certification in First Aid and CPR, or ability to obtain during first department offered opportunityPossession of a valid automobile operator’s licenseNOTE: Additional related education may substitute for a portion of the work experience requirementKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privilegesKnowledge of early intervention, special education, and disabilitiesKnowledge of IFSP, Extended IFSP, and IEP processKnowledge of Maryland State Department of Education’s requirements, parental rights and dispute resolution in early intervention and special educationKnowledge of Infants and Toddlers Program mission and vision, as well as current Evidenced Based Practices used by service providersKnowledge of transition resources and community resources for children with disabilitiesAbility to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentialityStrong writing skills to support a range of content, including social media, email communications, grant writing, research, trainings, and reportsAbility to maintain, monitor, and provide content for social media accountsStrong clerical and record-keeping skills, including the ability to accurately perform basic math functionsAbility to accurately compile and prepare data and reportsAbility to effectively access and utilize Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Power Point, e-mail, spreadsheet and other systems and equipment, and to learn new software as it is requiredAbility to effectively organize work, determine priorities, including the ability to make decisions and complete assigned duties with minimal supervisionDiscretion and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and personal information with ability to maintain appropriate confidentialityStrong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to clearly explain policies and proceduresAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, caregivers of children with disabilities and the general publicPREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:Additional related educationExperience in marketing and/or communicationsIntermediate skills using MS Office Word softwareExperience in the navigation of transition resources and community resources for children with disabilitiesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit, walk, and perform repetitive motions; frequently stoop, reach and drive; occasionally climb/ascend/descend, and lift up to 20 pounds; and rarely lift up to 50 poundsWhile working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors, outdoors, and is required to wear protective equipment; and occasionally is required to walk on uneven groundAvailable for evening and weekend hours as needed for outreach events, supports groups and meetingsAbility to provide own transportation to meetings, etc.This position is subject to random drug testingThis position is considered essential personnel in the event of a public health emergencyKIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):An evaluation of training and experienceOne or more interviewsA pre-employment physical examination and drug testA pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
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