EARLY INTERVENTIONIST

Srvs•Memphis, TN

69d•$20

About The Position

An Early Interventionist at SRVS Kids and Families is responsible for providing developmental therapy sessions for children birth to 5 years of age. These sessions are provided in the child s natural environment-typically in the child s home or daycare.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in one of the following: Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Elementary Education, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech/Language
Pathology, Nursing, Psychology Sociology
Experience working with 0-5 year olds
Effective Communication: Ability to clearly and respectfully communicate with families, staff, and external agencies. Demonstrates active listening and ensures transparency in all interactions.
Ethical Practice: Upholds confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards in all interactions and decisions, ensuring the rights and dignity of residents are prioritized.
Collaboration: Works collaboratively with other professionals, families, and community partners to ensure quality care and services are provided to children.
Cultural Humility: Demonstrates respect for and understanding of the diverse backgrounds, needs, and perspectives of children and families, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.
Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution: Approaches challenges with a solution-focused mindset, resolving issues in a fair and timely manner, while maintaining professionalism and promoting a positive atmosphere.
Adherence to Policies and Procedures: Ensures compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards, maintaining a safe, respectful, and efficient residential environment
Maintain and abides by OSHA requirements and guidelines
Observes all Fire and Safety Policies and Procedures
Observes all Fiscal/Office/ HR Personnel Policies and Procedures
Observes all HIPAA Policies and Procedures and maintains confidentiality
Attends all required and scheduled trainings and meetings
Always maintain a professional demeanor and exercise good judgement in all areas of employment duties
Current driver s license, driver registration and a functional vehicle
Has knowledge of each program
Knowledge of Office software programs
Individual must be able to meet physical requirements of the job:
Sitting at a meeting table or desk -
Lifting - 50lbs or more Reaching - Lifting - Bending - Standing - Stooping - Twisting - Climbing steps - Driving a vehicle
Bloodborne Pathogens, Right To Know, HIPAA, Security Acts, Fire & Safety

Responsibilities

Training and support
Enhancing child engagement in daily activities
Identifying and incorporating developmental strategies in daily routines
Providing functional independence and social interaction
Collaboration: Discuss issues important to the family and provide all information and resources they will need to reach goals and milestones.
Assessment: Discuss issues important to the family and provide all information and resources they will need to reach goals and milestones.
Individualized Planning: Address the IFSP (Individual Family Support Plan) outcomes by building upon the family's strengths and guide them to maximizing learning opportunities for their child within the context of their daily routines.
Provides individual developmental therapy sessions
Participates an collaborates in IFSP meetings
Administrative: Complete all documentation as required by SRVS, Funder, licensing/accreditation entities.