Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

The Manager of Early Intervention, under the direction of the Director of Educational and Therapy Services, will supervise the activities of Early Intervention Service Coordinators and Developmental Specialists in completing the core EI service coordination and the EI service provider activities, utilizing current Early Intervention-approved practices, and oversees the grant funding for Early Intervention, including but not limited to the Department of Children and Youth EI Grant and Title XX.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline; meets or is eligible for Ohio EI Service Coordinator Certificate and Ohio Developmental Specialist Certificate; may be required to meet Evidenced Practice Coach for initial developmental specialists. Must be able to transport oneself. Must be able to maintain insurability as required by the Board policy and procedures.

Applicant needs to meet at least one of these bullet points below:

• Two years of experience in supervision in a related field (a combination of education and experience may be considered at the discretion of the Superintendent) or,
• Master’s Degree and 4 years’ experience in Early Child Education or,
• Be an EISC or DS for at least 5 years, have an approved succession plan in place and have completed leadership training (examples may include but are not limited to Executive Development or Leadership Unlimited) or
• Relevant experience within the DD system may be considered at the discretion of the Superintendent

CERTIFICATION:

Have or be eligible for an Ohio Early Intervention Service Coordinator Supervisor certification and a Developmental Certificate.

Additional Information

The County benefits package includes health, dental, life, additional life, optional vision, and other benefits related to public sector employment. Additionally, Richland County employment includes participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (“OPERS”). ****