POSITION OPEN: INSTRUCTOR – EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION – SEASONAL

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree required; Must be able to lift, carry, push/pull fifty pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of up to twenty-five pounds; must be able to lift physically handicapped and non-ambulatory individuals

STARTING PAY:

$25.03 per hour to $29.95 per hour

*A higher rate of pay could be achieved with substantial related experience and/or education

*Internal candidate’s please contact Human Resources with questions related to compensation

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Early Intervention Specialist Certification – Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities; Early Childhood Intervention Specialist License – Ohio Department of Education; must hold valid Ohio Driver’ License-Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain Board/Ohio School Plan insurability standards for driving

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises and instructs infant, toddler and preschool age children in order to provide basic skill development in the following areas: language and communication, self-help, fine and gross motor, social, emotional, cognitive and sensory. Provides home visits to meet the need of children and families.

Maintains a classroom environment which is conducive for learning and free of health and safety hazards

Works cooperatively with a variety of professionals to include, assistant teachers, specialists, supervisors and families to support transdisciplinary teaming.

Prepares and maintains written records and reports as required on, but not limited to, student attendance, assessments, program objectives and progress data for regular evaluations. Collaborates with Help Me Grow (HMG) and Local School Districts to produce an IEP or IFSP for assigned student.

Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary team working with families and other professional staff in assessing, implementing and evaluating for assigned students.

Provides consultation services with parents, guardians, care givers, community agencies and/or significant others to ensure accomplishment of plan objectives and outcomes.

Performs student assessments; assesses developmental levels of students by formal and informal methods in order to obtain evaluative data; observes and confers with parents and significant others in order to collect and share information relative to the assessment process and to develop the Transdisciplinary Report/Action Plan or Individual Education Plan/Transdisciplinary Report/Action Plan.

Participates in and/or provides staff training programs; reads professional literature and attends seminars, workshops or academic classes to enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Plans, develops and implements written, daily lessons for classroom and home for assigned students in order to meet the objectives and outcomes; plans, reviews and selects instructional materials for use in the assigned classroom.

Collaborates with partners in the delivery of services in partnership classrooms.

Attends and participates in staff meetings to obtain and provide information

Performs other related duties as assigned

This position contributes to the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

POSITION OPEN: INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANT – Early Childhood Education – Full-Time Seasonal

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent; experience or work with children with special needs

STARTING PAY:

High School Diploma: $15.00 per hour

Associate’s Degree or Higher: $15.00 per hour to $16.36 per hour

*A higher rate of pay could be achieved with substantial related experience and/or education

*Internal candidate’s please contact Human Resources with questions related to compensation

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

Educational Aide Permit – Ohio Department of Education; valid Ohio Driver’s License – Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain Board/Ohio School Plan insurability standards for driving

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists an Instructor in the supervision and training of infant, toddler and/or preschool age children in order to provide basic skill development in areas such as: self-care, gross and fine motor development, social emotional development, communication and cognitive skills; assists an Instructor in the organization and development of classroom arrangements, programs/materials and group activities inside and out of classroom (field trips, etc.)

Assists an Instructor in maintaining a classroom environment which is conducive for learning and free of health and safety hazards

Participates in staff training programs, reads professional literature and attends seminars, classes or workshops to enhance professional knowledge and skills in areas such as, but not limited to, behavior, mental retardation and developmental disabilities and curriculum development

Attends to child’s embarkation and disembarkation from transportation vehicles

Assists an Instructor in implementing daily lesson plans for assigned children in order to meet objectives as established on each child’s Individual Educational Plan or IFSP

Assists an Instructor in the preparation and maintenance of written records and reports as required on, but not limited to, child attendance, program objectives, behavioral data and progress data for regular evaluations and for revision of Individual Educational Plans of IFSP

Performs as substitute for the Instructor in small group activities or in the Instructor’s absence; Must be able to lift, carry, push/pull fifty pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of up to twenty-five pounds; must be able to lift physically handicapped and non-ambulatory individuals

Performs other related duties as assigned to include coordination and work with families; Attends and participates in staff meetings to obtain and provide information

Performs other related duties as assigned

This position contributes to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

POSITION OPEN: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST – Early Childhood – Full-Time; Seasonal

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology; one-year experience in field of developmental disabilities and early childhood preferred; must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 50 pounds; must be able to lift/assist non-ambulatory children; Valid Driver’s License – Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain insurability requirements as set by the Board

STARTING PAY:

$24.53 per hour to $29.36 per hour

*Upper end of the pay range is reserved for candidates who possess an advanced degree and have substantial experience in a similar role

*Internal candidate’s please contact Human Resources with questions related to compensation

LICENSE/CERTIFCATION REQUIRED:

Ohio Department of Education Certification; valid License from the Ohio Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech Language Hearing Association; strong CFY candidates will be considered (supervisor available)

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assess and measure communication and feeding abilities of students to establish developmental levels; interpret results of formal and informal assessments; develop goals and intervention plans; implement treatment strategies

Participate as a member of transdisciplinary team; collaborate with other staff in assessing and treating children; participate in staff meetings and attend professional meetings and workshops

Coach family members/caregivers/co-workers in providing speech, language, and feeding strategies to children, assuring continuity of skill development across environments; deliver early intervention services to families in home and community settings; provide resources for families.

Prepare and maintain written records (i.e. daily progress logs, formal/informal assessment reports, etc.); become familiar with report formats (i.e. IEP, IFSP, etc.)

Perform other related duties as assigned

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, June 23, 2020

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent; ability to lift, bend, push and pull up to 50 pounds preferred DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work with students, staff, and business partners as a team member; experience in developmental disabilities field preferred STARTING PAY: High School Diploma: $15.00 per hour Associate’s Degree or Higher: $15.35 per hour to $16.89 per hour *Internal candidate’s please contact Human Resources with questions related to compensation
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Educational Aide Permit – Ohio Department of Education (can be obtained upon hire); must hold valid Ohio Driver’ License-Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; must meet and maintain Board/Ohio School Plan insurability standards for driving; must successfully complete and maintain van driver training to transport individuals served into the community (can be obtained upon hire)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: ●       To coach students in increasing the independence and skills necessary to obtain competitive employment. ●       To lead a community work site with up to four interns and document job performance on each intern using approved data collection tools. ●       To assist with academic activities in a small group or one-on-one as assigned by the instructor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ●       To assist in monitoring IEP goal progress. ●       To provide employability skills coaching using approved curriculum as assigned by the instructor. ●       To encourage a safe environment that is conducive to learning. ●       To complete, submit/utilize reports and forms as the position requires (Google Suite). ●       To maintain confidentiality. ●       To participate in Employment Planning Meetings for those interns you have worked with twice a year to discuss current job rotation, strengths, and needs. ●       To implement behavior plans as requested by the instructor. ●       To develop scaffolded tasks at work sites to contribute toward the outcome of employment. ●       To confer with instructor to develop and coordinate accommodations and adaptations needed at work sites. ●       To be available for team meetings and planning. ●       To problem solve at the work site as challenges arise. ●       To communicate regularly with the instructor, interns, and business partners. ●       To perform other tasks, consistent with the position, as may be assigned. Additional Working Conditions: Occasional: Exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, irritating chemicals, unruly children/adults, fumes, electrical hazards; attends functions or performs duties outside normal working hours. Periodic: Exposure to construction hazards, extreme heat or fire, hazardous chemicals, heavy equipment, loud noise, dust; travels to and gains access to worksite. This position contributes to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Until Filled

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferred; one year experience preferred; must be able to lift, bend, push and pull up to 50 pounds. Must have a valid Ohio Driver License, be insurable to use company vehicles and be able and willing to successfully complete van driver training to transport individuals served into the community. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a plus. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work with a diverse group of staff, parents and employers with a strong customer service focus; strong computer skills preferred; Requires BCII criminal background check and drug screening. Must be eligible for Adult Services Certification – Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities

SALARY RANGE:

$19.75 to $21.63 per hour

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

Adult Services Certification – Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities and valid Ohio Driver’s License – Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Insurable driver status under agency insurance standards; Completion of Van Driver training within 30 days of employment and willingness to transport individuals served and staff in personal or agency vehicles. Certification in First Aid and CPR required.

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides individualized training and instruction to individuals served in an employment setting to assist in the development of work and social skills; directs a group of individuals served in training activities and oversees quality and quantity of work and behaviors; Must be willing to participate in crisis intervention when needed to ensure the safety of individuals served, staff and the public

 

Assists in the development of community-based work settings for career exploration

 

Provides training in a wide variety of community-based settings which may require using public transportation or driving personal or a county vehicle

 

Maintain records and prepare reports as required including data collection required by FCBDD, DODD, and Waivers; attends and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings

 

Attends and participates in staff meetings; reads professional literature and attends seminars, academic classes or workshops to enhance professional knowledge

 

Must understand and ensure that the rights of individuals served are supported and protected at all times

 

May perform delegated nursing tasks and/or procedures including assisting individuals served with personal care needs such as, but not limited to, restroom and dining assistance

 

Performs other related duties as assigned