Position Summary
The Service Coordination Supervisor is responsible for the direct supervision and support of the service coordination team within the Early Intervention Program. This role ensures that service coordinators are effectively managing their caseloads, complying with New York State Early Intervention Program regulations, and providing high-quality, family-centered support. The supervisor plays a key role in mentoring staff, monitoring performance, ensuring documentation accuracy, and fostering collaborative relationships with families and providers.
Role Description
- Supervise day-to-day operations of the service coordination department, ensuring compliance with NYSDOH Early Intervention Program regulations (10 NYCRR Subpart 69-4)
- Provide direct oversight and guidance to a team of service coordinators, including training, mentoring, and performance evaluations
- Review and approve service coordination notes and documentation in a timely manner to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
- Ensure service coordinators meet all mandated timelines for initial service coordination, IFSP development, service implementation, and transition planning
- Serve as a resource to coordinators for managing complex cases and resolving service delivery issues
- Coordinate and facilitate regular team meetings and individual supervision sessions
- Collaborate with Program Leadership, Clinical, QA, Evaluation, and Billing teams to ensure integrated service delivery
- Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and workflow development for continuous improvement
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of service coordination staff
- Maintain strong relationships with families, providers, and outside agencies to support child- and family-centered service delivery
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (required) in social work, psychology, special education, public health, or a related human services field
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a service coordinator within the New York State Early Intervention Program
- Strong working knowledge of EI regulations, systems (such as EIHub, IRMA), and documentation requirements
- Proven leadership or mentorship experience, with the ability to support and develop a team
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic case management platforms
- Bilingual language skills a plus (especially Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Russian)
Benefits
- Health insurance, with dental and vision
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Paid time off, including vacation days and holiday pay
- Comprehensive onboarding and supervisory training
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Ongoing professional development
- Support for continuing education and credentialing
Company Description
Happy Dragon is one of New York City's most trusted providers of comprehensive child development services. With over 30 years in childcare and 20 years in Early Intervention and CPSE (Committee on Preschool Special Education), we support children and families at every stage of early growth. Our licensed programs offer safe, nurturing environments for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, along with individualized therapies for developmental delays. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with families and communities to ensure culturally responsive care and equitable access to services, empowering families and building brighter futures.