Early Intervention Specialist

Job Number : 451

Location : Odessa

Supervises : N

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Division : ECI

Salary : $21.41 per hour. Sign on bonus may be available.

Shift : M-Th 7 : 30am - 5 : 30pm; F 7 : 30 - 11 : 30am; as needed; Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency and clients change

Driving required : Y

Travel required : Y

Settings : office, field

POSITION SUMMARY / JOB PURPOSE :

The Early Intervention Specialist (EIS) provides comprehensive assessments, interventions and support for children birth to 3 years old with developmental delays or disabilities. This position provides in-home / community-based specialized skills training services as prescribed on the child / family's Individualized Family Service Plan (ISFP) and accurately documents the services concurrently. This position educates the families and trains them on techniques on how to have their child reach a certain developmental goal while incorporating other areas of development. The EIS works closely with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families served.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

Education Required : Bachelors degree from accredited college or university in a field approved by ECI such as Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Special Education, Child Development, Health, Family Studies, or related field.

• must complete 3 semester hours of early childhood special education or 40 clock hours of continuing education in early childhood development or early childhood special education prior to hire.

Experience Required : At least 1 year experience in Early Childhood Development or related field or experience with young children with developmental delays preferred.

Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are not designated as essential for the purposes of ADA; they are still required duties) :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Abilities Required :

Other (specify) : driving required. May require some travel after hours and overnight.

WORKSITE CONDITIONS :

ADA Statement : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO Statement : PermiaCare is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties, activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare. Employment is at-will.

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