Community Service Provider

Bronx Center

 Job Purpose

The Community Service Provider at The Inspired Community Project (TICP) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality early intervention services to children within the community. This position involves direct service delivery, including assessment, individualized planning, and intervention, ensuring that all services align with best practices and compliance standards. Responsibilities include implementing individualized family service plans (IFSPs) in collaboration with families and other professionals, and facilitating regular meetings with families to review progress and address concerns. Maintaining open communication with daycare staff and ensuring the environment is conducive to service delivery while adhering to daycare policies and procedures, is essential. Strict adherence to HIPAA and FERPA regulations is required, with a focus on safeguarding all sensitive information. Addressing any disputes or complaints from service users or community members in a fair and timely manner is also a key responsibility. Engagement in continuous professional development and active participation in team meetings is expected to ensure alignment with best practices in early intervention. This role contributes to TICP’s mission to advance economic and racial equity within the community.

 Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Service Delivery:
   • Provide direct early intervention services to children, including assessment, individualized planning, and intervention.
   • Implement individualized family service plans (IFSPs) in collaboration with families and other professionals.
   • Ensure services are delivered following best practices and compliance standards.
2. Family Engagement:
   • Communicate effectively with families regarding the provision of services, ensuring they understand their rights and the services available.
   • Facilitate regular meetings with families to review progress and discuss any concerns.
   • Provide parents the opportunity to view daily session notes and obtain signatures on quarterly reports.
3. Collaboration with Daycare Centers:
   • Maintain open communication with daycare staff, understanding and adhering to relevant daycare policies and procedures.
4. Compliance and Confidentiality:
   • Handle all child and family data in compliance with HIPAA and FERPA regulations.
   • Safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) including diagnosis, services received, payment methods, and personal identification information.
   • Ensure the confidentiality of all sensitive information related to children and families.
5. Conflict Resolution:
   • Address any disputes or complaints from service users or community members in a fair, timely, and respectful manner.
   • Document all complaints and resolutions, following the organization's established procedures.
6. Employment Terms:
   • Adhere to TICP employment policies and procedures.
   • Meet all legal and professional requirements necessary for delivering early intervention services.
7. Professional Development:
   • Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in early intervention.
   • Participate in regular team meetings.

 Qualifications 

• Required: Billable as per New York Early Intervention Qualifications: 
  • BA/MA/MS and New York State certification in any one of the following areas:
    • Special Education Permanent Certificate 
    • Students with Disabilities Birth-Grade 2
    • Teacher for Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
    • Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH)
    • Teacher of the Deaf/Vision
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
    • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
    • Licensed Psychologist
    • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Plus: Existing NPI Number

• Strong attendance and punctuality

• Ability to travel within assigned borough

• Commitment to family-centered and culturally responsive care

 Position Details 

• W2 or 1099 opportunities available
• Flexible scheduling based on availability and caseload
• Part-time and full-time caseload building options
• At most, 25 Hours Billable direct service
• In-person service delivery at community partner daycare as needed

Compensation                                                                                                                                                                                                     

• $68-$75
• Compensation is competitive and based on credentials, experience, and service type.

Support & Supervision                                                                                                                                                                                         

TICP provides clinical support, supervision (when required), and access to a collaborative interdisciplinary team including SLPs, OTs, and BCBAs. We prioritize quality services, clear communication, and professional growth.