Capital Area Head Start is seeking a full time Inclusion Support Specialist to join our mission in providing a comprehensive child development program designed to give children a head start in life, empowering parents and strengthening families. If you have the passion and heart to make a difference and uplift communities, Head Start is the place for you!

The Inclusion Support Specialist provides guidance and resources to teaching staff and families in supporting children with disabilities with special education services.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work with the inclusion team to coordinate the screening, identification and evaluation of children for possible disabilities
• Implements individualized activities with children based on Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
• Provide feedback and information regarding the development and implementation of IEP
• Promote an environment where children can safely learn and practice appropriate and acceptable behaviors
• Provide teaching staff and families with suggestions on appropriate activities and how to adapt activities for children’s individualized needs
• Track and monitor data to measure the impact of different strategies and approaches
• Collaborate with the special services team, local school districts, and the intermediate unit

Position Details:

• $19.08 - $21.46 per hour, may increase based on education and/or experience
• Salaried, Non Exempt position, Standard biweekly salary paid throughout the year, including summer months
• Typical work hours are between 7:30AM and 4:30PM based on assigned center;
• Location: Services provided in Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties

Benefits:

• Knowing you make a difference everyday
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K and more
• Generous paid time off program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree in early childhood education, special education, psychology or highly related field
• Two years of experience working with young children
• Knowledge of the mental health system and available disability services
• Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook and learn web based systems
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle, or public transportation
• Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience working with preschool children in an integrated setting
• Bi/multi-lingual
• Participation in Head Start or Early Head Start

National Head Start Performance Standards require that all Head Start employees be fully Covid-19 vaccinated. Any employee accepting a position with Capital Area Head Start will be required to provide proof of vaccination or submit and have approved a Medical or Religious Accommodation prior to hire. Employees with an approved accommodation will be required to test weekly for COVID-19. Testing is provided at no cost to the employee.

Keystone Human Services is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.