SoonerStart Early Intervention District Lead

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Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Norman - 250 12th Avenue NE

Salary: up to $73,000.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5

Position Description:

The purpose of this position is to provide programmatic leadership to the Early Intervention (EI) teams by managing the day-to-day program implementation and personnel located within the assigned district while also carrying a caseload to provide direct EI services.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Provides evidence-based services for children with developmental delays or disabilities birth to three in the child’s natural environment according to the Individualized Family Service Plan. 

• Manages SoonerStart team located within the district in the completion of assigned functions and activities.

• Directs staff on state and federal laws, policies, and procedures to ensure EI program goals and objectives are met.

• Reviews staff charting/reports, conducts administrative audits, monitors program activities, and other information to assure compliance with program standards and evaluate program effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of service.

• Supervises professional staff including calibration development, approves time and leave, and initiates corrective actions concerning program procedures and staff management if necessary.

• Oversees daily operations of the SoonerStart EI program within the district to ensure in completion of assigned duties and activities.

• Attends quarterly in person and monthly virtual Lead Clinician meetings set by EI Manager and EI Consultant.

• Conducts on-site staff meetings in conjunction with Department of Education staff and participates in clinical staff meetings.

• Assists with mentorship and technical assistance as appropriate in collaboration with AHTP.

• Coordinating services with the State Department of Education including direct collaboration with the OSDE Program Manager 

• Works with the EI Consultant, State Department of Education SoonerStart Professional Development Specialist, AHC, and AHTP to identify training needs of staff.

• Represents the EI Program at local supervisor meetings and when appropriate with external partners.

• Conduct community outreach and public awareness activities within district to promote SoonerStart services.

• Manage and ensures training for contractors providing early intervention services is completed and services being carried out for EI clients and families aligns with program standards and the EI operations manual.

• Works in conjunction with the SoonerStart Contractor Monitor to ensure the spend down of each contract appropriately.

• Collaborates with Human Resources and the EI Consultant to assure adequate program staffing, including hiring of new staff and interview process as appropriate.

• Collaborates with EI Consultant, Allied Health Coordinator, and the AHTP Clinical Practice Consultant with onboarding process of new staff and implementing shadowing of other staff as needed.

• Maintain supervisory CEUs annually per HR guidelines.

• Maintains staff’s credentials and licensure in EDPlan.

• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job

• Other duties as assigned

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master’s degree is required at this level with the exception of a Registered Nurse, then a BSN Degree is required. Applicants must have two years of professional supervisory, managerial, consultative, or administrative experience as well as 2 years of experience in EI service provision.

Required: Applicant must be licensed or certified in one of the following disciplines: Speech Language Pathologist, Behavior Health Clinician, Social Work, Child Development Specialist, Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Special Education.

Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.

• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of OSDH agency policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)-Part C and the Oklahoma Early Intervention Act according to all state and federal laws, policies, and procedures related to assigned agency programs.

• Knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of the various disciplines being supervised.

• Knowledge of the SoonerStart policies and procedures as documented in the current administrative manuals.

• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.

• Proficiency in human relations, problem solving, conflict resolution, negotiation, decision-making, critical and analytical thinking skills.

• Proficiency in use of intermediate computer skills: email, use and development of spreadsheets, presentation and publisher software and internet searches.

• Ability is required to supervise and evaluate personnel and program performance.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to interpret and apply policy material.

• Ability to treat others with courtesy and respect in all interactions.

• Ability to respond with flexibility to changing needs.

• Ability to support and promote the department’s vision, mission and core values.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Client based services are more often completed in the child’s home or another mutually agreed upon natural setting including but not limited to; community center, park, grocery store, library, faith-based facility. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to talk, stand, stoop, sit in the floor, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Work also requires travel to/from client homes to provide EI services to children with significant developmental delays from birth to 3 years of age. Services are delivered based on the Individualized Family Services Plan that is developed in collaboration with the family and centered around family priorities and routines.

Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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