Early Intervention Specialist- St. Matthews

About Play • Saint Matthews, SC

1d • $40,000 - $40,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

About Play is seeking an Early Interventionist to serve families with infants and toddlers (birth to six years) who have developmental delays or disabilities in the Midlands/Clarendon areas of South Carolina, specifically Orangeburg, St. Matthews, Santee, and Bamberg counties. The ideal candidate will be energetic, creative, motivated, and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and families. This role involves providing family-centered early intervention services, including family training in the child's natural environment, and implementing strategies to promote child development. The team is described as passionate, fun, creative, and committed to supporting families.

Requirements

• Must reside in South Carolina.
• Must reside in the counties listed (Orangeburg, St. Matthews, Santee, Bamberg) and the surrounding areas in South Carolina.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Family & Consumer Science, or any related field, plus 1 year of documented experience reflected on your resume working with children birth to six years old.
• OR Bachelor’s Degree in ANY field and 5 years of documented experience with infants and toddlers OR children age birth to 5 years with disabilities.
• Driver's License (Required)
• Reliable Car

Nice To Haves

• Prior early interventionist, teaching and early child development experience preferred.
• Recent & upcoming college graduate with a degree in a related field and a willingness for on-the-job training.
• Prior early interventionist experience is preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (Heartsaver, Infant & Child) (Preferred)
• Willingness to travel: 50-75% (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide family-centered early intervention services to families with infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities.
• Perform Family Training with the caregiver and child in their home, daycare or natural environment setting.
• Provide training, education, and support to families in the areas of child development, parenting, and family functioning.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote the development of the child.
• Monitor the progress of the child and family.

Benefits

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Paid time off (Generous time off benefits, upon completion of Probationary period, sick leave hours available immediately after hire)
• Vision insurance
• Travel mileage reimbursement at .45 per mile up to a $565 reimbursable monthly cap.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level