Early Intervention Specialist-Charleston

About Play • Charleston, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

About Play is hiring an Early Intervention Specialist to support families and children from birth to age six who have developmental delays or disabilities. The position serves the James Island, Johns Island, and Mount Pleasant areas, as well as Charleston, North Charleston, and Summerville areas in South Carolina. Applicants must reside in South Carolina, in the listed counties or surrounding areas.

The role provides family-centered early intervention services in children’s homes, daycares, or other natural environments. The specialist works with caregivers and children to support child development, family functioning, and progress toward developmental goals. About Play describes its team as passionate, creative, and committed to supporting children and families.

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The base salary is $40,000 per year, with travel mileage reimbursement of $0.45 per mile up to a $565 monthly cap. The posting states that total compensation including mileage reimbursement could reach $46,780 annually. The role requires a driver’s license and reliable car, and travel of 50–75% is preferred.

Requirements

• Must reside in South Carolina, in the listed counties or surrounding areas.
• At least one year of documented experience working with children from birth to age six, reflected on the resume, and a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Family & Consumer Science, or a related field; OR a bachelor’s degree in any field and five years of documented experience with infants and toddlers or children from birth to age five with disabilities.
• Driver’s license and reliable car.
• Complete all application questions and assessments for further consideration.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide family-centered early intervention services to families with infants and toddlers who have developmental delays or disabilities.
• Conduct family training with the caregiver and child in the home, daycare, or another natural environment setting.
• Provide families with training, education, and support in child development, parenting, and family functioning.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote the child’s development.
• 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, including generous time-off benefits after the probationary period and sick leave hours available immediately after hire
• Vision insurance
• Travel mileage reimbursement at $0.45 per mile, up to a $565 reimbursable monthly cap

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time