Early Intervention Specialist- Anderson
About The Position
About Play is seeking an Early Interventionist to join our passionate, fun, creative, and committed team. We serve families and children ages birth to six years who have developmental delays or disabilities in the UPSTATE areas of Anderson, Clemson, Greenville, Mauldin, Travelers Rest, Taylor, Simpsonville, Tigerville, and Easley in South Carolina. We are looking for energetic, creative, motivated, and passion-driven professionals with great time management and organizational skills. Visit our website at www.aboutplaysc.com to learn more about how we change lives. We are looking for candidates who are willing to make a difference and improve the lives of children and families.
Requirements
- Must reside in South Carolina for consideration.
- Must have at least 1 year of Experience w Children 0-6 Yr.
- 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 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
- Willingness to travel: 50-75% (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Prior early interventionist, teaching and early child development experience preferred or recent & upcoming college graduate with a degree in a related field and a willingness for on-the-job training.
- Prior early interventionist experience preferred.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (Heartsaver, Infant & Child) (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
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K (Retirement)
- 401(k) & 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Paid time off (Generous time off benefits, upon completion of Probationary period, sick leave hours available immediately after hire)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
