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TEAM Project
Position Available: BILINGUAL (English/Spanish) Regional Coordinator serving the Greater Laredo, TX area (counties of Jim Hogg, Webb, and Zapata), 20 hours per week.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
1. Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
2. Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
3. Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
4. Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
5. Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
6. Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
7. Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
8. Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
9. Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
10. Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
11. Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
12. Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
13. Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
14. Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project .
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
1. Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
2. Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Must be fluent in English and Spanish (read, write, speak)
2. Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
3. Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
4. Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
5. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
6. Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
7. Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
8. Ability to organize and obtain closure.
9. Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
10. Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
11. Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat
12. Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
13. Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
14. Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
15. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in English and Spanish.
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to: Lisa Cowart | TEAM Project Director,
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 20, San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas (20 hours per week.)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to: Lisa Cowart | TEAM Project Director,
POSITION DESCRIPTION: ACTIVITY COORDINATOR-Austin, Texas (Part-time, 20 hours per week)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Activity Coordinator is responsible for providing support to the Project Director in two major areas: 1) accomplishment of the Project goals and objectives, and 2) compliance with priorities, time lines, policies, and practices of the agency. The position provides administrative and clerical support, facilitates web-based activities, and participates in communication, data collection, reporting, and evaluation. The position is supervised by the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS AND ACTIVITIES:
1. Provide administrative support including; but not limited to, open and close the Project office located in Austin, TX, answer telephones, greet visitors, prepare for meetings and out-of-town travel, collect and submit information to the Project Director, including requisitions, receipts, and personnel information.
2. Provide clerical support including; but not limited to, prepare items for mailing, make copies, fax, scan, email, file and retrieve documents, distribute mail, maintain supply inventory.
3. Research and contact vendors for quotes.
4. Prepare and disseminate materials to field staff.
5. Facilitate the Project’s web-based activities, such as e-newsletters, social media, mass emails, surveys, calendars, webinars, and other.
6. Assist with event-based activities, including exhibits, conference calls, regional and project-wide conferences and trainings, and statewide events.
7. Assist in data collection, reporting, and evaluation.
8. Monitor the timely submission of accurate, complete documentation, such as sign-in sheets, evaluations, workshop summaries, public awareness items, etc.
9. Maintain a working inventory of supplies and other resources and process requests for additional items as needed.
10. Monitor and direct messages received by the general email account for the project.
11. Assist with public awareness about the project.
12. Assist with the solicitation of requests for additional funding as instructed by the Project Director.
13. Participate in other activities as required by the Project Director.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
1. Education: A minimum of two years of course work at a college, university, or technical school with a specialization in a related field such as Administration, Clerk Arts, Business or Education.
2. A combination of four years of related post secondary educational and related professional experience.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
1. Ability to communicate with staff, parents, professional, businesses, agencies, and the general public in a comfortable, effective manner.
2. Ability to organize and obtain closure.
3. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. English/Spanish Bilingual preferred.
4. Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
5. Ability to utilize a computer for email, internet research, and preparation of correspondence and reports.
6. Ability to work in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to: Lisa Cowart | TEAM Project Director,
PEN Project
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 9, Wichita Falls and surrounding areas (Counties: Archer, Baylor, Clay, Foard, Hardeman, Jack, Knox, Montague, Throckmorton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Young)
Part-time: 20 hours per week.
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
Bonnie Perez | PEN Project Director, pendirectorprn@gmail.com
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
Bonnie Perez | PEN Project Director, pendirectorprn@gmail.com
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 16
20 hours per week
Counties: Armstrong, Briscoe, Carson, Childress, Collingsworth, Dallam, Deaf Smith, Donley, Gray, Hall, Hansford, Hartley, Hemphill, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moor, Ochiltree, Oldham, Parmer, Potter, Randall, Roberts, Sherman, Swisher, Wheeler
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat, and Canva for flyers.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to:
Bonnie Perez Ramirez| PEN Project Director, pendirectorprn@gmail.com
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 17
20 hours per week
Counties: Bailey, Borden, Cochran, Cottle, Crosby, Dawson, Dickens, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Kent, King, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Terry, Yoakum
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat, and Canva for flyers.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to:
Bonnie Perez Ramirez| PEN Project Director, pendirectorprn@gmail.com
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 18
20 hours per week
Counties: Andrews, Brewster, Crane, Culberson, Ector, Glasscock, Howard, Jeff Davis, Loving, Martin, Midland, Pecos, Presidio, Reagan, Reeves, Terrell, Upton, Ward, Winkler
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat, and Canva for flyers.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to:
Bonnie Perez Ramirez| PEN Project Director, pendirectorprn@gmail.com
PACT Project
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Regions 7 & 8, East Texas area (Counties served: Region 7: Anderson, Angelina, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Nacogdoches, Panola, Rains, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, Shelby, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, Wood, Region 8: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Delta, Franklin, Hopkins, Lamar, Marion, Morris, Red River, and Titus)
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving the PACT Project service area
Part-time: 20 hours per week
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
Shannon Rosson | PACT Project Director, pactdirectorprn@gmail.com
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in English and Spanish.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
Path Project
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 3, Victoria and surrounding areas
Part-time: 20 hours per week.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)
Submit Letter of Interest and Resume to: Brandye Brooks | PATH Project Director
pathdirectorprn@gmail.com
Position Available: Regional Coordinator serving Region 4, Houston and surrounding areas
Part-time: 20 hours per week.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Regional Coordinator position will serve as the area representative of the Project and as a liaison between communities and the Coordinating Office. The position will be responsible for information dissemination and training, community development, identification of resources to outreach underserved populations. The position will report directly to the Project Director.
SPECIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND ACTIVITIES
- Arrange, develop, and facilitate a series of training programs in the service area for parents, service providers, and interested community members.
- Respond to local requests for information concerning referral sources, technical assistance, and parent-to-parent support groups.
- Distribute promotional literature across the region (i.e. newsletters, brochures, flyers, and factsheets).
- Conduct outreach to underserved families, homeless parents, parents of children in the juvenile justice system, and military families within the area.
- Recruit and support the participation of parents, professionals, and significant others in community coalitions and facilitate their completion of needs assessment and action plans.
- Collaborate with Education Service Centers, Independent School Districts and Early Childhood Intervention Service personnel.
- Network and form partnerships with key agencies and organizations.
- Submit timely reports concerning the progress toward and completion of individual Project goals and objectives.
- Participate in data collection, reporting, evaluation, and public awareness.
- Participate in the staff training activities of the Project such as: staff meetings, monthly virtual conference calls, and conference.
- Assist parents with crisis management, leadership development and systems advocacy.
- Assist in statewide activities of the Project, including but not limited to conference, development of publications and materials, and public awareness.
- Utilize a variety of formats for training purposes: in person PowerPoint based presentations, Facebook Live videos and/or Zoom videoconferencing for meetings/webinars.
- Participate in other activities of the Project as required or as assigned by the Project Director.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Experience: Demonstrate at least two years of community or professional involvement in activities or services to persons with disabilities and their families. Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of families who have children with disabilities.
- Experience as a parent or family member of a person with a disability.
- Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to groups in an outgoing and enthusiastic manner.
- Working knowledge of the federal and state laws related to special education, Section 504 and vocational services for children, youth, and young adults ages 0-26 with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate with parents and professionals in a comfortable, effective manner, especially parents from underserved groups.
- Ability to problem solve and diffuse difficult situations.
- Ability to organize and obtain closure.
- Ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner according to prescribed goals, objectives, and resources.
- Knowledge of key disability agencies and organization in the community.
- Ability to proficiently utilize a computer for e-mail, internet research, preparation of correspondence and reports, Google Drive, Google Docs/Spreadsheets, Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to effectively utilize office equipment, including laptops, copiers, and scanners.
- Knowledge of the unique training and information needs of parents/families who have children and youth with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (Bilingual is a plus!)