(Hybrid) Parent Network Specialist - Center for Excellence in Disabilities - Eastern Panhandle
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![]() United States, West Virginia, Morgantown | |
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Description
The Center for Excellence in Disabilities at West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Parent Network Specialist for the Center for Excellence in Disabilities (Eastern Panhandle) 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 3 separate counties of Logan, Wood and Berkeley. 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:
What You'll Do
Qualifications
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About Research Corporation
The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University. The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research. West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value 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. Job Posting
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Jan 17, 2025
Posting Classification
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Research Corporation
Exemption Status
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Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible
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Yes
Schedule
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Full-time |