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Educate Kansas • Girard, KS

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About The Position

Greenbush The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for an Early Interventionist - Early Childhood Special Education/Early Childhood Unified at Infant Toddler Services Provided by TARC in Shawnee County. Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2025. Job Summary: The Early Interventionist will serve on a transdisciplinary team for families enrolled in the Infant Toddler Program. Early Interventionists will provide comprehensive and integrated support as outlined in the Part C Program Manual for Infants and Toddlers in Kansas.

Requirements

• Minimum of Kansas licensure or certification in Early Childhood Special Education / Early Childhood Unified.
• Valid Kansas drivers license.
• Manages all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
• May be expected to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
• Must be able to drive to and from home visits and access homes of each family in various indoor and outdoor conditions.
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• May be exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., H-1B visa) for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a special education setting and working with infants and toddlers.

Responsibilities

• Screen and/or evaluate the developmental skills of children referred to the Infant Toddler program. Evaluations will be completed following all Part C requirements.
• Provide direct services and consultation services to families in the program. All services will be provided in the child's home or other natural setting.
• Collaborate with other team members in gathering and sharing evaluation information and in planning for the service needs of families enrolled in the program. Priority will be given to goals set by the families.
• Develop and implement an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child in the program. The plan will be the guidance provided by Kansas Infant-Toddler Services up to the transition to Part B.
• Assist families with family-related needs such as making appointments, educational opportunities, finding appropriate housing, assisting with employment opportunities, and occasionally accompanying families to medical services.
• Assist in recruiting families to the program through collaboration with community partners.
• Provide services following the Mission and Key Principles outlined by Kansas Infant Toddler Services.
• Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of current research-based practices in the field of early intervention.
• Maintain timely documentation.
• Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
• Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
• Maintain professional relationships with families.
• Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices
• Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
• Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
• Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee

Benefits

• Excellent benefit package: Supporting employees and their families is important to Greenbush. We provide access to exceptional Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options for all employees who work 20 hours or more a week. Employees also can participate in flex spending accounts and salary protection programs. Additionally, Greenbush participates in the Kansas Public Retirement System (KPERS) and provides excellent 403b plan options. Greenbush contributes to each and every employee's retirement plan by matching up to $100 a month for any Greenbush employee that contributes to one of the 403b plans. All employees and their immediate family can also benefit from the personal services available through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Greenbush also offers Student Loan Planning from Certified Financial Planners and Student Loan Professionals for employees and their immediate family members.
• Employees are provided with vacation days, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays subject to the length of their contract. Parental Leave is available for FMLA-eligible employees.
• In addition to the benefit package, Greenbush recognizes the importance of continued education throughout an employee's career and offers an Education Reimbursement Plan to support employees in their education endeavors. The plan provides an opportunity for any Greenbush employee working at least 1,004 hours per year to be reimbursed up to $1500 per contract year for tuition costs. Employees of Greenbush meeting the hour requirement can apply to participate in the program by completing the Education Reimbursement Application Form. In addition, Greenbush offers a Professional License Reimbursement Program, which provides full reimbursement for professional licenses with specific Kansas licensing authorities and other appropriate authorities (a complete list can be provided upon request).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed