Open Until Filled

Early Start/Early Childhood Program Manager

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department: Client Services

Reports To: Associate Director of

Client Services

Classification: Salaried Exempt

Salary Range: $70,541.95 – $83,702.52 Annually

PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Client Services, the Early Start/Early Childhood

Program Manager is responsible for continuous planning, coordination of services and

resources in a unit engaged in early childhood development by providing case management,

serving as a school district liaison, community planning and evaluation as well as formulating

and administering early childhood intervention services for children ages 0 to 5 years.

NATURE OF WORK:

 Provide Early Start/Early Childhood intervention services and information to Regional

Center individuals and their families.

 Ensure that clients receive services and supports consistent with individual concerns,

desires, and priorities.

 In collaboration with individuals and families, create annual plans, including

educational, recreational, etc.

 Compile and report data as necessary to DDS

 Establish partnerships and work collaboratively with local area school districts.

 Provide oversight and supervision of Early Start/Early Childhood Service

Coordinators in designated units.

 Work in partnerships with clients, families, service providers and members of the

community at large.

This key role will also have demonstrated competency in the following areas:
 Knowledge of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

 Knowledge of Regional Center programs and operations.

 Understanding of group process and multi-cultural issues in service provision

 Ability to plan and schedule own work and the work of the team

 Availability for evening and weekend hours as needed for community events

 Formulation and implementation of project goals and objectives

 Personal interactions with others from a wide variety of cultural and social backgrounds

 Knowledge of word processing software (Microsoft Word)

 Knowledge of Excel and Power Point Presentations

 Effective communication and counseling techniques.

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MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 Master’s degree in social work preferred. Bachelor’s degree in social, behavioral, or life

science is required, plus

 Four years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Demonstrated experience working with underserved communities (A master's

degree in a related field can be substituted for one year of the required experience).

 Five years of experience in the role of Service Coordinator and/or similar role at one of

the 21 Regional Centers is highly preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Specific skills, knowledge and/or demonstrated capacity to:

 Demonstrate good knowledge of case management philosophies and counseling

techniques.

 Assign, coordinate and supervise the work of others.

 Establish effective working relationships with professional staff, clients and the public.

 Manage personnel issues effectively.

 Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

 Prepare clear, accurate and concise reports.

 Effectively utilize and apply required knowledge.

 Secure accurate data and record such data systematically.

 Analyze and interpret statistical data.

 Recognize and analyze situations accurately and take prompt and effective action.

 Develop a network of social resources.

 Lead and motivate staff.

This position will primarily be based in the office; however, remote work may also be

available. This a full time, non-exempt role and hours may vary based on the needs of the

Westside Regional Center.

• This summary is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of duties; additional responsibilities

are determined to meet the needs of the community we support**

WRC is an equal opportunity employer. Further, WRC will consider for employment

qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements

of the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

If interested, please send resume to [email protected] and include the Job Title in

the email title

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