Early Intervention Specialist-Jasper/Hampton
About The Position
About Play is seeking an Early Interventionist to serve families and children ages birth to six years who have developmental delays or disabilities in Beaufort, Colleton, and Jasper counties in South Carolina. The ideal candidate will be energetic, creative, motivated, and passion-driven with strong time management and organizational skills. The role involves providing family-centered early intervention services, performing family training in natural environments, offering education and support on child development and parenting, developing strategies to promote child development, and monitoring child and family progress.
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.
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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
