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Colorado Home Inclusion Program (CHIP) Coordinator - Denver Metro

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Colorado Home Inclusion Program (CHIP) Coordinator - Denver Metro

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

DBA-21198-11/25-JB

Department

Department of Education

Division

Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind

Opening Date

11/21/2025

FLSA

Determined by Position

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Primary Physical Work Address

Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB); 33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

https://csdb.colorado.gov/

Commitment: CSDB is a Deaf and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning converge to generate agency.

Grounded in lived experience, students develop presence, purpose, and wayfinding - in a space built for growth, pride, and authenticity.

Aspiration: CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.

Description of Job

ABOUT CSDB

The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is a Deaf- and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning come together to spark growth, pride, and authenticity.

CSDB is committed to partnering with the communities we serve and aspires to build generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who positively influence and transform the world.

VISION

Through CHIP, every family will feel confident, informed, and well-equipped—as the expert—to raise their child who is Deaf or Hard of Hearing to thrive in their home and community.

MISSION

The Colorado Home Inclusion Program (CHIP) celebrates and empowers all families and children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing throughout their early education journey. In partnership with families and local programs, CHIP incorporates evidence-based best practices to support whole-child development.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The CHIP Coordinator serves as the central point of contact for families of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH), birth to age three. This role facilitates connections to early-intervention services, manages CHIP Facilitator assignments, and assists families in understanding their child’s unique abilities. The Coordinator provides balanced materials, resources, training, and information regarding all communication opportunities that support language acquisition.

The CHIP Coordinator also connects families to community resources, builds partnerships with local agencies, schools, and parent networks, and mentors CHIP Facilitators to ensure consistent, equitable, evidence-based support statewide.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSCHIP Coordination

+ Receive referrals from pediatric audiologists and community partners.

+ Coordinate initial outreach and support for families prior to EI services.

+ Connect families to local EI programs and appropriate CHIP Facilitators.

+ Provide unbiased, evidence-based information supporting language and communication development.

+ Ensure families have access to peer support, community events, and DHH adult role models.

Family Navigation & Support

+ Partner with EI Brokers and Service Coordinators to guide families through the Part C process.

+ Share resources and information from initial contact through transition to preschool services.

+ Participate in eligibility meetings, IFSP development, Child Find evaluations, and transition conferences.

CHIP Assessment Oversight

+ Oversee implementation of CHIP assessments to monitor progress, language access, and service impact.

+ Ensure CHIP Facilitators are trained and consistently using assessment tools.

+ Review data to track progress, identify trends, and support program wide improvement.

+ Provide technical assistance on using assessment data to inform IFSP goals and daily routines.

UHL (Unilateral Hearing Level) Monitoring & Support

+ Monitor developmental progress for children with unilateral hearing differences.

+ Provide individualized support for families whose child with UHL does not initially qualify for EI.

+ Assist in eligibility decisions using updated assessment data and professional judgment.

+ Support transition to preschool for families in the UHL Program.

Facilitator Mentorship & Support

+ Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to CHIP Facilitators statewide.

+ Deliver individualized coaching and group professional development.

+ Ensure fidelity to evidence-based, family-centered early intervention practices.

+ Support families and Facilitators in understanding a child’s auditory profile and technology options.

Training & Education

+ Design and deliver training for CHIP Facilitators, families, EI professionals, brokers, and community partners.

+ Disseminate current research, strategies, and tools that promote early language access and development.

+ Participate in ongoing training to maintain best practices in EI for children who are DHH.

Collaboration with State & Community Partners

+ Build and sustain partnerships with state agencies, early childhood systems, healthcare providers, and social service organizations.

+ Ensure coordinated access to services, supports, and resources across systems.

Collaboration with Audiologists & Specialists

+ Partner with audiologists, medical providers, and EI specialists to support child and family needs.

+ Facilitate communication between healthcare and early education teams.

+ Collaborate with the EI ASL Lead to coordinate visual-language support.

Transition Support

+ Support families during the Part C to Part B transition process.

+ Participate in transition conferences and assist families through IEP development.

Additional Responsibilities

+ Maintain positive relationships with families, colleagues, and statewide partners.

+ Participate in CSDB meetings, trainings, and strategic planning efforts.

+ Collaborate across Outreach Programs to support the CSDB Strategic Plan.

+ Engage in professional development and statewide committee work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Master’s degree in Deaf Education, Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, or a related field with a DHH focus.

+ Colorado educator licensure (or eligibility) as a Teacher or Special Service Provider with an appropriate endorsement (e.g., Deaf/Hard of Hearing, SLP, Audiology).

+ Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families.

+ Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL), demonstrated at the Advanced Level within three (3) years of hire.

+ Experience in early intervention, family-centered services, or statewide systems navigation is strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

+ Knowledge of evidence-based early intervention practices and language acquisition for children who are DHH.

+ Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate milestones to guide assessment, intervention, and family support.

+ Familiarity with statewide and national Early Intervention (EI) systems, regulations, and service-delivery models.

+ Knowledge of IDEA requirements related to Part C and Part B.

+ Strong skills in coaching, consultation, facilitation, and family engagement.

+ Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and humility, including the ability to work effectively with interpreters as needed.

+ Proficiency with digital tools and data systems (e.g., Microsoft Suite, virtual platforms, HIDS).

+ Ability to collaborate effectively across agencies, disciplines, and diverse communities.

+ Ability and willingness to travel regularly within the service area for home visits and evaluations; periodic travel to CSDB for trainings, meetings, and professional development.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

+ Reports to, and is evaluated by, the Early Education Coordinator.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

+ Part-time; scheduled to work 30 hours per week (.75 FTE) during the fiscal year (July–June).

+ Employment is at-will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract.

EFFECTIVE DATE

+ December 1, 2025

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position includes both remote and in-person responsibilities across the state. It requires regular travel, extensive computer use, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Duties involve communicating complex information to families and professionals, operating standard office equipment, and participating in meetings and trainings.

Supplemental Information

Please note that communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e-mail correspondence.

How To Apply:

Submit a complete on-line application and provide/upload with application:

+ A copy of current, valid State of Colorado Driver's License

Applicants are also invited to provide/upload the item listed below to the on-line application:

+ Current Resume. Resumes willnotbe acceptedin lieuof a complete on-line application.

Important Information:

Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications may also be used as a part of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates and identify a top group for interview. Read this job announcement carefully before completing the on-line application. Applications must specifically address/support applicant qualifications as they relate to the requirements listed in 'Description of Job' and 'Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions and Conditions of Employment/Additional Requirements' sections.If applicable, official transcripts and/or other supporting documentation must be provided with the application to verify education / minimum qualifications / substitution / additional requirements (unofficial or copies of transcripts may serve as temporary verification only; applicant(s) selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts to verify education). Failure to complete the application properly and include required information and/or documents, or if applications do not demonstrate that experience and/or education are consistent with the categories listed on this announcement, may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Also, in order to be considered for this position, complete applications must be received by the application deadline/closing date. Applicants will be notified of the results of this review.

Please refer to the CO-Jobs State Employment Opportunities website (careers.colorado.gov (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/jobs) ) for the following information:

+ State Employment FAQs

+ Address Confidentiality Program

+ ADA Accommodations

+ Residency Requirements

In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

+ Medical and Dental plans

+ Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans

+ Paid life insurance

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage

+ Employee Wellness programs

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Health Savings Accounts

+ 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave

+ Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options

+ Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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As a condition of employment, selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background check, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional / personal reference checks. Employment verification and reference checks may be conducted without applicant authorization. Are you willing to submit to a background check as described, as a condition of employment?

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This position requires proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) demonstrated at the Advanced Level within three (3) years of hire. Are you willing to obtain this?

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+ No

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Please check one box below to describe / indicate your current level of ASL proficiency.

+ SUPERIOR - Able to have a fully shared conversation, with in-depth elaboration for both social and work topics.

+ ADVANCED - Able to have a generally shared conversation with good, spontaneous elaboration for both social and work topics.

+ INTERMEDIATE - Able to discuss with some confidence routine social and work topics within a conversational format with some elaboration; generally 3-5 sentences in length.

+ SURVIVAL - Able to discuss basic social and work topics with responses generally 1-3 sentences in length.

+ NOVICE - Able to provide single sign and some short phrase/sentence responses to basic questions signed at a slow-to-moderate rate with frequent repetition and rephrasing.

+ NO FUNCTIONAL SKILLS - (May be) Able to provide short single sign and "primarily" fingerspelled responses to some basic questions signed at a slow rate with extensive repetition and rephrasing.

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If referred by a current staff member of CSDB, please list their name.

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