The Director of Early Childhood and Intake is responsible for providing leadership for all aspects of Early Childhood (ages 0 through 5) Client Services and for the intake and eligibility services provided by the Redwood Coast Regional Center. Leadership for these services must be provided in accordance with the regional center’s contract with the California Department of Developmental Services, the California Welfare and Institutions Code (those Sections designated as the Lanterman Act), relevant sections of the California Code of Regulations (particularly Title 17 and Title 22), and policies established by the Redwood Coast Regional Center Board of Directors. Leadership and management responsibilities must also be guided by the RCRC Vision Statement and a strong personal commitment to the principles of Person-Centered Thinking and Planning.
Possession of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Development, Infant, Child and Family Systems, Social Work or a closely related field and a minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional or administrative experience related to Early intervention, including at least two years of supervisory experience. Experience should include significant work with/for infants-toddlers with developmental and/or health disabilities. Knowledge of California’s Early Start Program and Regional Center experience preferred.
Please visit our website https://redwoodcoastrc.org/careers/for more information and to download our application. Incomplete application packets will not be considered for an interview.
