Disabilities/Mental Health Coordinator - REACH Services, Inc.

Fayetteville, GA 30215

About the Job

Disabilities/Mental Health Coordinator
Fayette County Head Start & Pre-k (EOE)

Title of position: Disabilities/Mental Health Coordinator

Position type: Full-time 12-month

Hours: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm

Pay range: $22.00 - $23.00 an hour

Location: Fayetteville, Ga.

REACH Services, Inc. provides a professional work environment and a team atmosphere. We offer a paid holiday schedule similar to the School Districts.

Other Benefits:

Health insurance.
Sick leave.
Vacation leave.
Life insurance.
Retirement.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field.
Three (3) Years’ experience working with a Head Start or Early Head Start Program.

Description of responsibilities:

Disabilities:

Working with our Community Partners, Education Staff, Coordinators, families, and children to help assess and screen children in the program.
Establish connections with families and teaching staff to ensure that all children’s and family’s needs are addressed.
Must have a working knowledge of IEP and IFSP plans and be able to monitor education staff are implementing them in the classroom effectively.

Mental Health:

Coordinate and monitor contracts with our local partners to provide mental health services and develop and distribute materials in areas of specialization.
Train staff and parents, conduct regular classroom visits, and maintain compliance and monitoring according to Head Start Performance Standards.

Required skills:

Ability to effectively plan and coordinate program services.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to meet deadlines.
Must be able to interact effectively with both individuals and groups.
Strong organizational skills, computer, internet and email proficiency.

How to apply: Please include an up-to-date resume and Cover Letter.

Source : REACH Services, Inc.