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Care Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

At Southwest Human Development, our services improve lives and help families by supporting young children and their caregivers during this important time. Your skills, experience, and passion are ...

Care Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

At Southwest Human Development, our services improve lives and help families by supporting young children and their caregivers during this important time. Your skills, experience, and passion are ...

Care Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ

$19 - $25.75/hr

At Southwest Human Development, our services improve lives and help families by supporting young children and their caregivers during this important time. Your skills, experience, and passion are ...

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How much do human development jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for human development in Arizona is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Human Development roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Human Development often navigate challenges such as balancing the diverse needs of individuals with organizational goals, addressing sensitive personal or cultural issues, and staying updated with evolving best practices in human growth and learning. Effective communication, continuous professional development, and strong collaboration with interdisciplinary teams can help address these challenges. Building trust and maintaining confidentiality are also key to fostering productive relationships and positive outcomes in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Human Development role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Human Development role, you need a solid background in psychology, education, or social sciences, often with at least a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools, program evaluation software, and assessment systems is commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication are crucial for building relationships and supporting diverse populations. These skills ensure impactful program delivery, accurate assessment, and positive developmental outcomes for individuals and communities.

What is the difference between Human Development vs Human Resources?

AspectHuman DevelopmentHuman Resources
Primary FocusEmployee growth, training, and organizational developmentRecruitment, employee relations, and administrative HR functions
Required CredentialsDegrees in education, psychology, or social sciences often preferredDegrees in business, management, or related fields; HR certifications common
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, nonprofits, government agenciesCorporate offices, HR departments, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in education, government, nonprofitsUsed across all industries with HR departments

While both roles focus on people and organizational well-being, Human Development emphasizes employee training and personal growth, often in educational or nonprofit settings. Human Resources centers on managing employee relations, recruitment, and administrative functions within organizations. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations in each field.

What is human development as a profession?

Human development as a profession focuses on understanding and supporting people’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth throughout their lives. Professionals in this field may work in education, counseling, social services, research, or program development, helping individuals and families thrive in various environments. The work often involves applying developmental theory and research to real-world issues such as early childhood education, family dynamics, aging, and mental health. Careers in human development can be found in schools, community organizations, healthcare facilities, and government agencies.
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Care Coordinator

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

A positive future for every child
Southwest Human Development is Arizona's largest nonprofit dedicated to early childhood development. The first five years of life are the most critical in a child's development. At Southwest Human Development, our services improve lives and help families by supporting young children and their caregivers during this important time.
Your skills, experience, and passion are needed at one of the nation's largest nonprofits dedicated to early childhood development. Join our team and experience a long-term career which brings joy and satisfaction in knowing you make a difference. We offer over 40 programs and services to more than 140,000 children.
Why choose us?
  • Make an impact in a child's life by promoting child health and development.
  • Be rewarded with a rich benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness plans, 401(k) matching every paycheck, and generous paid time off.
  • Opportunities for continued professional growth and development.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Job title: Care Coordinator - Birth to Five Center of Excellence
Join a team dedicated to supporting young children and their families through comprehensive behavioral health services. As a Care Coordinator at the Birth to Five Center of Excellence, you'll guide families through enrollment, assessment, and treatment planning, collaborate with providers, facilitate Child and Family Team meetings, and ensure continuity of care. This role is key in developing integrated care plans, maintaining medical records, and identifying service needs to enhance early childhood outcomes. This is a 32-hour per week position.
In this role, you will:
  • Explain comprehensive services offered by the Birth to Five Center of Excellence (COE).
  • Complete an initial enrollment assessment (Birth to Five, Social Determinants of Health, etc.) to help plan the child's comprehensive evaluation which includes the identification of risk factors.
  • Help develop integrated care plans that are appropriate to the individual child's needs.
  • Write intake reports for the evaluating psychologist and psychiatrist.
  • Support the family through the evaluation, assessment, and treatment planning process.
  • Assess and monitor child and family needs on an ongoing basis.
  • Complete reassessments and updates service plans as needed.
  • Uphold continuity of care.
  • Facilitate Child Family Team meeting.
  • Meet agency, program, and contractual timelines.
  • Collaborate and coordinate care with other service providers and community partners.
  • Coordinate, provide or refer to needed treatment through warm hand-offs.
  • Maintain the behavior health medical record.
  • Develop, implement, and document discharge plans.
  • Identify and document unmet service needs for expansion of existing services and development of new programs.

What it takes:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Family and Human Development, Early Childhood Education, or other related developmental or behavioral health fields required.
  • Knowledge of child development, disabilities and behavioral health required.
  • Home visiting experience required.
  • Experience working with young children ages birth to five and their families with a wide range of developmental delays and/or behavioral health preferred.
  • Experience conducting intake assessments for young children and coordination of services preferred.
  • Experience using family-centered, team-based, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed service delivery models preferred.
  • Reliable transportation and a valid Arizona driver's license are required.
  • Emphasis on team collaboration and relationship-based practice required.
  • Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card OR must qualify for a valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

SWHD takes the health and safety of our employees and the communities we serve very seriously. We strongly believe vaccination is a critical safety measure to protect each of us and the communities we serve. COVID vaccinations have proven to be highly effective at protecting people from getting COVID-19 or from getting severely ill from it.
Learn more!
Our core values embody Southwest Human Development's commitment to services that uplift the lives of children, families and other care providers, and the communities in which they live. These values are intended to guide the professional development, ethical conduct, and skilled practice of all our staff, whatever their specific role within the agency. All staff are valued as making essential contributions to strengthening the foundation that Arizona's children need for a great start in life. Learn more about our values and benefits here.
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