Occupation Profile
Service Coordinator
Service Coordinator
A Service Coordinator is responsible for conducting family assessments, coordinating evaluations, and facilitating service plan meetings in early intervention programs. They also monitor service delivery and assist with transition activities for children approaching age three. Service Coordinators can be found working in various settings including Head Start/Early Head Start programs, private homes, child care centers, public/private preschools, and family resource centers.
"Having been on the other end of this program, I am able to connect with these parents at a level they didn’t think was possible."
Sydney BridgerParent Educator
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Family Services
Family Services are community-based services that assist and support parents in their role as caregivers. Such services can take many different forms depending on the strengths and needs of the family, but their overarching goal is to help parents enhance skills and resolve problems to promote optimal child development
Interest Areas
Work with Families
What Qualification Level is Needed?
Family Services Professional III
Typical Work Settings
- Head Start/Early Head Start
- Private Homes
- Child Care Centers
- Public/Private Preschools
- Family Resource Centers
Minimum Qualifications (at least one requirement)
Family Services Professional III- Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, family services, or counseling disciplines
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in any field with 36 college credit hours in social work, human services, family services, or counseling disciplines
- Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) Credential (Full)
What does it take to be successful in this field?
To be successful as a Service Coordinator, individuals need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities to effectively coordinate services and facilitate meetings. They must also possess empathy, patience, and the ability to build rapport with families to support them through the intervention process.