Early Intervention Service Coordinator

The Sangamon County Department of Public Health is seeking applicants to perform duties primarily as an Early Intervention Service Coordinator. These duties include:

• Coordinate services and support efforts in a timely manner to families who are within the early intervention process.
• Develop and aid family with individualized family service plans (IFSP) that meet family’s priorities and strengths.
• Develop and maintain strong relationship with families within the program offering transition options and assisting in the development of a transition plan.
• Maintain extensive documentation and ensure timely submission of required paperwork.
• Provide service coordination ensuring all qualified children under age 3 receive ongoing early intervention service delivery at the Child and Family Connections site for Region 18.
• Schedule and maintain intakes, evaluations, and assessments with eligible families.
• Attend seminars, workshops, and educational trainings related to early intervention for professional growth and grant requirements.

The work assigned to this position may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks for this position.

Required Qualifications:

• A valid Class D Illinois Driver’s License
• Applicants must be a resident of Sangamon County or be willing to move into the County within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to use personal automobile with proof of current insurance
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, behavioral science, social science, or a health-related field with experience in a community-based social services program OR a current State of Illinois registered nursing license 

Desirable Qualifications:

• Ability to collaborate and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Attention to detail
• Proficient writing and reading abilities
• Strong organizational skills 

Benefits and Perks:

• Salary range: $51,213.40 - $64,016.75 annually
• Time off: 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 paid personal days, 12 paid sick leave days, and 13 paid holidays per year.
• 4 weeks Maternity/Paternity paid time off
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) 
• Individual and family health, dental, vision and life insurance options
• IMRF Pension | Deferred Compensation 457(b)

Work hours: 8:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (Monday – Friday)

Submission: Complete the application via our website ( and submit with resume and/or supporting documents to John W. Ridley, MHCDS, Director of Public Health, Sangamon Co. Dept. of Public Health, 2833 S. Grand Avenue, East, Springfield, IL 62703, or fax to 217-535-3104, or email to [email protected]

Deadline: The position will remain open until filled.

We value diversity and inclusion at Sangamon County Department of Public Health. We strive to reflect this value in our work culture and our passion to the employees and community of Sangamon County. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other part of someone’s identity. If you have a special need or disability requiring accommodation, notify us using one of the contact methods above.