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Description The Center for Excellence in Disabilities at West Virginia University Research Corporation is seeking applications for a (Hybrid) Parent Network Specialist in Counties Wood and Logan. About the Opportunity The purpose of this position is to provide resources and support to improve the quality of life for families and children enrolled in the Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) program through the WV Department of Health and Human Resources (WVDHHR). Children who qualify include children with complex medical conditions and/or children in foster care. We will hire in 2 separate counties of Wood and Logan. The Parent Network Specialist works as a member of regional three person teams that include a CSHCN nurse and licensed social worker. The Parent Network Specialist will conduct activities to support the team in assisting families managing their child's health care services. Helps parents/caretakers understand their central role in managing their child's medical needs, making informed decisions about their child's care, and engaging them in healthy behaviors. The applicant would possess basic decision-making skills, good interpersonal skills, and resourceful problem-solving ability within available guides and precedents. Work effort impacts client services, program and project image, with nominal liabilities. At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs: 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar) PTO 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC) A range of health insurance and various other benefits Dependent Education Scholarship WVU Perks And More!! What you'll do: Receive and respond to referrals to assist families in self-managing their child's health care services. Organize and/or participate in outreach activities including resource fairs and other community events, to inform target populations of the services available through the program. Collaborate with other CED and state university programming. Familiarize with community resources and services that might benefit target populations. Share expertise with team. Provide organizational tools and guidance to families who have a need for more intensive support. Provide families with information about upcoming opportunities/local community events that are inclusive, accessible, and promote health and fitness, emotional competence, and socially engaging activities. Coach families on self-advocacy skills. Provide families with information about the IEP process. Provide families with information about their child's educational rights. Attend Circle of Parent support group model training and facilitates support groups. Attend required trainings and keep current with required certifications. Serve as parent-faculty In the WVU Family Experience/Project DOCC (Delivery of Chronic Care) simulation. Participate in meetings with the CSHCN social worker or nurse on cases that the Parent Network Specialist has been involved in or may soon become involved in. Regularly participate in local Family Resource Network meetings and other social service groups statewide. Participate in... For full info follow application link.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. West Virginia University Research Corporation values diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.