Family Education Specialist


Looking for individuals located in the Midlands, Lowcountry or PeeDee of South Carolina. 

Overall Responsibility:
Under the supervision of the Director of Peer Support, the Family Education Specialist is responsible for providing information, support, and guidance to families with a child or youth with disabilities. This role encompasses helping families comprehend and traverse a variety of care systems such as educational, healthcare, and training opportunities.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:
*Provide one-on-one support and problem solving telephonically, virtually, or in person addressing issues related to navigating educational and community services for their child.
*Staff the organization’s phone line during business hours to provide intake and peer support for families.
*Conduct comprehensive intake and assessment of family’s primary concern.
*Provide culturally appropriate information and resources for families.
*Provide information and training to assist parents in understanding their rights and responsibilities in special education and developing self-advocacy skills.
*Will attend school meetings if needed and approved by Director.
*Assist in the development of training materials to help ensure that they are culturally and linguistically appropriate, family friendly, and written at a level most can understand.
*Maintain up-to-date documentation into Salesforce, database.
*Provide monthly reports to Director of Peer Support.
*Maintain cooperative relationships and actions with community partners and colleagues.
*Remain current on all SC and Federal Special Education laws.
*Attend staff meetings.
*Maintain professional and competent written and oral communication with parents/caregivers and professional/providers.
*Perform other relevant duties as required.

Qualifications:
*Bachelor’s degree in special education, education, early childhood, or social work.
*Master’s preferred.
*Knowledge and experience in special education, understanding of IDEA.
*Knowledge of community resources for children with disability.
*Ability to work independently, prioritize work, maintain attention to detail.
*Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
*Demonstrated ability to keep timely, accurate records and maintain required data.
*Demonstrated strong computer skills, including significant experience with Microsoft office suite, internet-based programs, email, and database programs.
*The ability to be creative as well as a self-starter and self-motivated.
*Light lifting required.
*Must have a designated space for a home office.
*Personal vehicle for travel.


Note: Parents of a child with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Job Category

Other

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

2 – 5 years

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