Family Support Specialist (Full Time)
A Family Support Specialist helps families of individuals with disabilities by educating, connecting and empowering families in various ways; providing ongoing support to meet the needs of a family as appropriate. This includes support and information to families and professionals with concerns about a specific disability, special education, behavior or community resources. Information is provided via phone, email, or in person, and primarily by providing individualized information based on the contact’s needs.
It is essential that the candidate be able to work well with people, is a good listener, and has comprehensive knowledge of special education and community based services, while being able to effectively collaborate with schools and organizations throughout WNY. It is preferred that the candidate be the parent of an individual with special needs or be the primary recipient of services themselves.
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@parentnetworkwny.org
