Early Intervention Manager - Head Start Program

Manages and staffs the Disability Services and Mental Health Services of the Head Start and Early Head Start Programs. The Disability Services Department works to ensure that enrolled children with disabilities, including those who are eligible for services under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and their families receive all applicable program services delivered in the least restrictive possible environment.

Oversees the referral process and tracks the implementation of early intervention services including Individualized Education Plans and behavior plans, ensuring that enrolled children with disabilities, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), fully participate in program activities. Develops agreements with local and intermediate school districts regarding the referral, evaluation, and provision of services for children enrolled through Head Start.

Coordinates between CACS, Inc. and Local Education Agencies, the Intermediate School District, and community organizations. Promotes the capacity of staff and parents to advocate for and support the full and effective participation of all children with disabilities through training, support, and technical assistance.

Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services or Education Field such as Child Development, Special Education, Mental Health, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related degree. Special Education degree and/or experience preferred.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in managing others and 2 years' experience providing early childhood services.

Provides direct supervision and leadership to the Disability Services and Mental Health areas of the Program, creating and supporting team systems, tools, and processes.

Coordinates intervention services provided to Head Start and Early Head Start enrolled children.

Initiates and monitors referrals for children in need of special education and early intervention evaluation.

Assures that both internal and external referrals receive responses and are addressed timely.

Collects and analyzes data to ensure systems and procedures are effective and efficient.

Works collaboratively with other Managers to develop a system to integrate screening data to identify enrolled children for whom individualized planning and/or further assessment is needed.

Advocates for children, parents, and the program in obtaining appropriate services for identified children and parents.

Assists with parent involvement efforts and activities and encourages family participation in the program.

Assures that minimally 10% of children enrolled in Head Start/Early Head Start are eligible for special education services or early intervention services with IFSP or IEP.

Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships and formal agreements with community agencies and LEA/ISD to provide services to identified Head Start children and parents.

Assures that the referrals to school districts include input from parents and Program Health & Mental Health, Education, PFCE, and Transportation (when appropriate).

Ensures that IDEA and Michigan Special Education laws are being followed and that children eligible for services receive all applicable program services delivered in the least restrictive possible environment and that they fully participate in all program activities.

Monitors the department processes and provides data to Head Start administrative team/community partners and/or governing body when requested. Provides reports to the governing body monthly or upon request.

Develops, facilitates, and/or sources training for staff and parents to meet individual children's and program's needs.

Coordinates with local…