Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
Intervention Support Specialist
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc., Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Intervention Support Specialist
role at
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
Department:
Head Start and Children's Services
Location:
ABCD Central Office
Compensation:
$28.62 - $30.36 / hour
Description The Intervention Support Specialist is responsible for providing technical assistance to the local program staff of HS and/or EHS and all component staff related to the integration of the disabilities and mental health component throughout the programs they serve. The Intervention Support Specialist provides training, support and guidance to staff and parents on the mainstreaming and provision of services to children with disabilities and their families and the social/emotional wellbeing for children and families.
The Intervention Support Specialist is responsible for promoting the mission of ABCD Head Start & Children’s Services; building an understanding of the program by communicating this mission to staff, families and the community.
This position must comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations, standards and policies, including those of the federal Administration for Children and Families (ACF), the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Massachusetts disability law (Chapter 766), Boston Family Engagement Network (BFEN) and ABCD, Inc. Head Start and Children’s Services policies and procedures.
All ABCD Head Start/Early Head Start and Children’s Services personnel who are paid to care for, or work with, children are MANDATED BY LAW to report all suspected cases of child abuse and neglect to the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF), pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 119 §§ 51A – 51G. Any staff member who suspects child abuse or neglect of a child must inform his or her supervisor immediately.
Mandatory Confidentiality All communications are potentially sensitive and are subject to Head Start's policy on confidentiality.
Essential Duties Integrated Support and Services (Up to 80%)
Works collaboratively with all component staff, parents and staff from community agencies, early intervention programs and the public schools to ensure that:
children with disabilities are recruited;
interdisciplinary program planning occurs;
appropriate referrals, screening, assessment, diagnostic services and placements are provided;
Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP’s) are incorporated and implemented;
an accepting, mainstreamed classroom environment is provided;
an educational program for parents is developed; and
a smooth transition into Head Start/Kindergarten (including K0, K1 and K2 classrooms) is arranged for.
Observe and informally assess children identified through screening and/or teacher/parent referral, when appropriate;
Provide assistance in adapting and modifying educational activities and methods and implementing recommendations of outside specialists;
Provide ongoing consultation and support to parents and staff regarding:
P.L. 94-142, Chapter 71b and IDEA;
Head Start/Early Head Start philosophy of mainstreaming children with disabilities;
support networks for families before and after Head Start/Early Head Start;
Advocacy skill development;
Referrals to contractual and outside mental health professionals;
Monitor services provided by licensed or certified mental health professionals;
Identifying behavioral or mental health concerns of an individual child or group of children;
Assist in providing special help for children with Atypical behavior or development.
Observe and assess the appropriateness of programs outside Head Start or Early Head Start for possible placement or referral following the evaluation of a child;
Coordinate paperwork and create action plans related to social & emotional disabilities effort to facilitate early identification and delivery of service;
Facilitate the delivery of therapeutic services;
Meet regularly with the Disability and Mental Health Services Coordinator related to planning and coordination of services, writing and implementation of IEP’s/IFSP’s, individualization in the classroom, and training for staff and parents.
Utilize Information and Technical Systems (Up to 10%)
Maintain and monitor a comprehensive record keeping system through documents and database system;
Maintain statistical data as requested by the ABCD Head Start administration and in accordance with federal and state regulations;
Maintain and document on-going communication and site visits with local programs;
Monitor and provide information relative to Head Start requirements: support program staffs to ensure children have completed, up to date IEPs, IFSPs, and Mental Health Plans;
Monitor and track follow-up needs, developmental screenings, curriculum system, and child outcomes;
Document technical assistance and plan of action provided to staff at local programs.
Additional Job Responsibilities (Up to 10%)
Assist with administrative needs as requested;
Attend required on and off site meetings and trainings;
Perform any other related duties as assigned from time to time.
Education & Experience Intervention Support Specialist I: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and a minimum of one course in special education required. Two years of experience providing care or teaching children with special needs or disabilities may be counted towards special education coursework. Minimum of 9 months experience providing care to or teaching children with special needs or disabilities also required.
Intervention Support Specialist II: Master’s degree in Early Childhood, Special Education, Mental Health or related field, and a minimum of one course in special education required. Minimum of nine months experience providing care to or teaching children with special needs or disabilities also required.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Non-profit Organization Management
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role at
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
Department:
Head Start and Children's Services
Location:
ABCD Central Office
Compensation:
$28.62 - $30.36 / hour
Description The Intervention Support Specialist is responsible for providing technical assistance to the local program staff of HS and/or EHS and all component staff related to the integration of the disabilities and mental health component throughout the programs they serve. The Intervention Support Specialist provides training, support and guidance to staff and parents on the mainstreaming and provision of services to children with disabilities and their families and the social/emotional wellbeing for children and families.
The Intervention Support Specialist is responsible for promoting the mission of ABCD Head Start & Children’s Services; building an understanding of the program by communicating this mission to staff, families and the community.
This position must comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations, standards and policies, including those of the federal Administration for Children and Families (ACF), the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Massachusetts disability law (Chapter 766), Boston Family Engagement Network (BFEN) and ABCD, Inc. Head Start and Children’s Services policies and procedures.
All ABCD Head Start/Early Head Start and Children’s Services personnel who are paid to care for, or work with, children are MANDATED BY LAW to report all suspected cases of child abuse and neglect to the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF), pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 119 §§ 51A – 51G. Any staff member who suspects child abuse or neglect of a child must inform his or her supervisor immediately.
Mandatory Confidentiality All communications are potentially sensitive and are subject to Head Start's policy on confidentiality.
Essential Duties Integrated Support and Services (Up to 80%)
Works collaboratively with all component staff, parents and staff from community agencies, early intervention programs and the public schools to ensure that:
children with disabilities are recruited;
interdisciplinary program planning occurs;
appropriate referrals, screening, assessment, diagnostic services and placements are provided;
Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP’s) are incorporated and implemented;
an accepting, mainstreamed classroom environment is provided;
an educational program for parents is developed; and
a smooth transition into Head Start/Kindergarten (including K0, K1 and K2 classrooms) is arranged for.
Observe and informally assess children identified through screening and/or teacher/parent referral, when appropriate;
Provide assistance in adapting and modifying educational activities and methods and implementing recommendations of outside specialists;
Provide ongoing consultation and support to parents and staff regarding:
P.L. 94-142, Chapter 71b and IDEA;
Head Start/Early Head Start philosophy of mainstreaming children with disabilities;
support networks for families before and after Head Start/Early Head Start;
Advocacy skill development;
Referrals to contractual and outside mental health professionals;
Monitor services provided by licensed or certified mental health professionals;
Identifying behavioral or mental health concerns of an individual child or group of children;
Assist in providing special help for children with Atypical behavior or development.
Observe and assess the appropriateness of programs outside Head Start or Early Head Start for possible placement or referral following the evaluation of a child;
Coordinate paperwork and create action plans related to social & emotional disabilities effort to facilitate early identification and delivery of service;
Facilitate the delivery of therapeutic services;
Meet regularly with the Disability and Mental Health Services Coordinator related to planning and coordination of services, writing and implementation of IEP’s/IFSP’s, individualization in the classroom, and training for staff and parents.
Utilize Information and Technical Systems (Up to 10%)
Maintain and monitor a comprehensive record keeping system through documents and database system;
Maintain statistical data as requested by the ABCD Head Start administration and in accordance with federal and state regulations;
Maintain and document on-going communication and site visits with local programs;
Monitor and provide information relative to Head Start requirements: support program staffs to ensure children have completed, up to date IEPs, IFSPs, and Mental Health Plans;
Monitor and track follow-up needs, developmental screenings, curriculum system, and child outcomes;
Document technical assistance and plan of action provided to staff at local programs.
Additional Job Responsibilities (Up to 10%)
Assist with administrative needs as requested;
Attend required on and off site meetings and trainings;
Perform any other related duties as assigned from time to time.
Education & Experience Intervention Support Specialist I: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and a minimum of one course in special education required. Two years of experience providing care or teaching children with special needs or disabilities may be counted towards special education coursework. Minimum of 9 months experience providing care to or teaching children with special needs or disabilities also required.
Intervention Support Specialist II: Master’s degree in Early Childhood, Special Education, Mental Health or related field, and a minimum of one course in special education required. Minimum of nine months experience providing care to or teaching children with special needs or disabilities also required.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Non-profit Organization Management
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