Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator

Summary The purpose of the Special Needs Inclusion Coordinator (SNIC) is to provide inclusive approach to children (ages 6 weeks -18) with medical, educational, or other identified needs across Child & Youth Programs (CYP). The SNIC supports the development and implementation of CYP inclusion and behavior support processes, provides educational opportunities, conducts needs and non-clinical assessments, and provides referrals for early intervention and other services within the surrounding areas. CNIC offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. CNIC provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. The mission of the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs is to maximize the physical, emotional and social development of the fleet, fighter and family. FFR enables a ready Navy force through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness, and Housing Programs. We provide direct and support services to all non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees who work for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), throughout the FFR Program worldwide. Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) professionals make a difference every day in the lives of our military families. Confident children are safe and in good care, they can concentrate on fulfilling their responsibilities. What we do truly matters! We're worldwide: we are in 19 states including Hawaii and other exciting locations in Bahrain, Cuba, Guam, Italy, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Spain.Major Duties: Classroom/Program Inclusion Supports Coordinates across multiple delivery systems using evidence-based inclusive practices and leveraging existing approved Department of Defense (DoD) or Navy tools, resources, and approaches (e.g., Navy CYP Inclusion Standard). Administers, implements, and monitors inclusion supports and behavior support processes in classrooms/programs. Assists in the development and implementation of Inclusion or Behavior Support Plans (ISP/BSP). Assists CYP professionals in recognizing and responding appropriately to children and youth displaying concerning or unsafe behaviors. Collaborates with the Training and Curriculum Specialist (T&C) to train and coach CYP professionals to implement, monitor, and maintain ISPs/BSPs, implemented through continued observation and the correct use and application of support strategies and/or required accommodations. Coaches CYP Professionals to observe children's/youth's development and individual needs, communicate effectively with families, and enhance their classroom/activity area environment and curriculum to promote inclusion and meet diverse learning needs. Spends at least 50 percent of time in classroom/activity area settings, promoting, modeling, coaching, and mentoring CYP Professionals to promote implementation of inclusive practices. Conducts non-clinical and behavioral assessments using approved assessments, identified screening, and observation tools to support the development of ISPs/BSPs. CYP Professional Education and Coaching Coordinates with the T&C to provide regular training and coaching opportunities on child observations, positive behavioral supports, inclusive practices, and use of the classroom/program environment to meet diverse learning needs. Supports the T&C to provide training to ensure implementation of core inclusive programming. Coordinates with the T&C and uses classroom observations and collected data reports to review concerns related to a child's development, behavior and program participation. Assists classroom Direct Care teams to develop and implement ISPs/BSPs and monitors their effectiveness. Models the strategies outlined in the plan, observes the team's implementation of the strategies, and provides supportive and constructive feedback. Works with classroom teams to discuss strategies and adjust plans. Serves as a coach to help classroom teams and CYP Professionals develop goals centered around evidence-based inclusion practices and pyramid level supports and plan/implement action steps to achieve goals. Interactions and Relationships Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel. Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers, and/or employees. Assists in establishing a program environment, which sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with adults, children and youth. Intervention and Other Services Collaborates with and maintains a network of military and community agencies, provides information and referral, and may serve on local early education councils or advisory groups alongside DoD Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) family support providers and School Liaisons (SLs).Coordinates with CYP and specialized services, when early intervention services occur in a CYP setting, to ensure staff work together to integrate services for each applicable child in CYP environments and daily routines. Additional Responsibilities Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Responsible for compliance with child abuse and neglect reporting requirements. Participates in meetings at varying levels within the local area/military Services/DoD. Completes a variety of assessment data and other metrics as required by the assigned Installation CYP Director. Completes various job-related reports. Participates in meetings at varying levels within the local area/military Services/DoD. Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements. Completes various job-related reports and responds to data calls.