Parent Liaison

Job Type: Part time - up to 20 hours per week

Position Objective: The Parent Liaison is responsible for supporting families in the CFC #16 Region.

Job Functions:

• Develops and maintains positive networking relationships with all providers and referral sources (e.g., physicians, school districts, regional providers).
• Conducts family satisfaction surveys.
• Participates as a member of the quality assurance and staff education consultative team to ensure the needs of the family have been identified to the Service Coordinators.

Marginal Responsibilities:

• Attends LIC, AOK, and other meetings, including parent support groups, throughout the region as appropriate to communicate family perspectives.
• Recruits parent participants for the LIC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Eligible for Early Intervention Credential.
• Parent of a child with a disability.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software (MS Office Suite).

Competency Requirements

• Maintain confidential information to safeguard clients and families.
• Responsible for keeping resources and client files in order.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must have visual ability sufficient to read and complete written correspondence, reports, etc., and computer screen information.
• Frequent use of hands to grasp, handle, or feel.
• Regular standing, walking, sitting, and reaching.
• Occasionally lift and/or carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to drive a personal vehicle to meetings and service sites.

Work Environment

• Primarily operates in office or home environments with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Easterseals Central Illinois Benefits

At Easterseals Central Illinois, we recognize and reward the dedication of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance both professional and personal well-being. As part of our commitment to fostering excellence, we offer the following:

• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue vacation and sick leave, with accrual rates increasing based on hours worked and years of service. Additionally, personal time is awarded to all employees based on their average weekly hours.
• Retirement Savings: Our 401(k) plan, featuring employer matching contributions, offers a valuable opportunity for long-term financial planning and security.
• Professional Development: We support ongoing growth through access to conferences, seminars, and professional organization memberships.
• Additional Benefits: Our package includes mileage reimbursement, an employee referral incentive program, and a home office stipend

Easterseals Central Illinois is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Easterseals is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, call 309.686.1177.