Human Resources
CRIS is an equal opportunity employer with a staff whose members come from 20 countries of origin and
who speak 24 languages. The agency highly values diversity, professionalism and the ability to work in a
demanding, multicultural environment.
Those who are interested in applying for employment at CRIS are asked to begin the process by completing
the CRIS Employment Application and Release Reference Check. Please send completed forms and a
resume Karina Harty-Morrison (karina@cris-ohio.com) , by fax at (614) 840-9718; or by USPS to 4889
Sinclair Rd. Suite 111, Columbus OH 43229
who speak 24 languages. The agency highly values diversity, professionalism and the ability to work in a
demanding, multicultural environment.
Those who are interested in applying for employment at CRIS are asked to begin the process by completing
the CRIS Employment Application and Release Reference Check. Please send completed forms and a
resume Karina Harty-Morrison (karina@cris-ohio.com) , by fax at (614) 840-9718; or by USPS to 4889
Sinclair Rd. Suite 111, Columbus OH 43229
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS
- Spanish/English Bilingual Help Me Grow Service Coordinator
Associate's Degree in major field of study related to early childhood (psychology, nursing, early childhood
or Pre-K education, human development, family and community health, social work, etc.) OR a Bachelors
Degree containing 12 quarter hours of 18 semester hours from these fields.
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish.
Have a service coordination credential issued by Ohio Dept. of Health (or able to obtain within 18 months of
hire).
Manage multiple tasks, organize excellently; work independently within a team.
Have a valid Ohio driver's license and liability insurance.
Prefer two years experience working with children birth to 3 years old.
Preference:
Experience with Help Me Grow
General responsibilities:
Maintain a caseload of 40-45 clients for whom the Service Coordinator is the primary contact for the
program.
Ensure at least one successful contact for each participating family every 30 calendar days by making
phone calls and home visits at times convenient for the family.
Coordinate and ensure completion of all required eligibility determination procedures within 45 calendar
days of referral.
Coordinate completion of all required initial IFSPs (Individualized Family Service Plans) and reviews.
Together with the IFSP team, determine which services are necessary and list them on the “Services and
Supports” section of the IFSP.
Coordinate service delivery in accordance with Part C policies.
Solicit information relevant to the assessment of the child from service providers, and together with the IFSP
team, use information gathered to develop outcomes and strategies.
Provide prior written notice of all IFSP meetings to all parents and providers at least 14 calendar days prior.
Provide a copy of the IFSP to the family (in their native language) and service providers within 10 business
days of the signature date.
Coordinate completion of all required initial and ongoing assessments and screenings.
Coordinate linkages between families and additional supports and/or advocacy providers.
Ensure parents receive documentation of their rights in Help Me Grow at every IFSP review, and provide
informed consent prior to provision of all services.
Document all exceptional family circumstances that make it impossible to comply with required Help Me
Grow timelines.
Ensure all information and services are provided to the family in their native language.
Ensure all client records are kept in a confidential and secure manner, with all required paperwork.
Ensure accurate entry of all required data into Early Track within 30 calendar days of the event.
Attend all required training in-service sessions, HMG and CRIS meetings, conferences, workshops etc.
Complete skills inventory with clinical supervisor's approval and completion of a personal profile with
validation on the Ohio Professional Development Network Registry.
Position is 40 hours per week. Reports to CRIS West Office, 3000 W. Broad Street, 43204.
- Interpretation Services Manager
Bachelor’s Degree
Three years of professional experience
Experienced working with diverse populations
Highly skilled in MS Word, Excel and Access, and with the Internet and e-mail
Ability to travel (without notice) as required for training, meetings, presentations and other obligations as
necessary
Valid driver’s license, appropriate insurance
Excellent (English) oral and written skills
Skilled in interpersonal and intercultural communication
Highly organized and self-motivated
Preference:
Strongly prefer experience with linguistics, interpretation, budgeting and management
General Responsibilities:
Receive and fulfill interpretation and translation requests, utilizing both staff and independent contractor
Interpreter/Translators, as appropriate
Recruit and manage interpreters (both contractors and staff members)
Send invoices to customers, track receivables and collect outstanding debt as necessary
Maintain accurate and complete records of all services provided
Coordinate training, testing and certification for Interpreters/Translators as required
Issue badges to and maintain spreadsheet of Interpreter/Translators
Prepare roster of Interpreter/Translators to be paid for services
Represent the agency in the community
Seek opportunities to expand and improve services
Ensure program staff has adequate supplies and materials
Sign staff timecards, expense reports, check requests and other documents as appropriate, and retain
copies
Prepare program budgets and monitor performance
Administer performance reviews of staff members
Organize, prepare and document staff meetings
Position is 40 hours per week; reports to CRIS East office 3624 Bexvie Avenue, 43227.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR OPPORTUNITIES
- Interpreters for all languages- PLEASE NOTE: THESE ARE NOT EMPLOYEE/STAFF
POSITIONS, AND WORK ON AN "ON-CALL" BASIS.
Fluent in English and at least one other language
Documentation of 24-hour interpreter training in ethics, confidentiality and interpretation for medical settings
Original fingerprint card and clean BCI background check
Negative current TB test
Proof of immunity to Rubella and Varicella
Doctor's statement that interpreter is free of contagious disease
Independent testing of interpretation and language skills with a minimum score of "good" (scores of
"superior" preferred)
Preference:
Experience in delivering professional interpretation services in medical and community settings
General responsibilities:
Provide interpretation in community settings as needed