Early Intervention Specialist-Chester
About The Position
About Play is seeking passionate, fun, creative, and committed Early Interventionists to serve families and children ages birth to six years who have developmental delays or disabilities in various areas and counties of South Carolina, including York, Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Chester, Lancaster, Wylie, and Clover. The role involves providing family-centered early intervention services, performing family training with caregivers and children in their natural environments, and developing and implementing strategies to promote child development. The ideal candidate is energetic, creative, motivated, and possesses great time management and organizational skills. Visit our website at www.aboutplaysc.com to learn more about how we change lives.
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%
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.
- 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
