Intern Early Intervention Specialist Student

Easterseals NH•Manchester, NH

About The Position

To participate in an Internship under the guidance of a qualified Early Intervention Provider, including: Educator, PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP, SLA, or Case Manager. Ready to make a meaningful difference every day? Become part of a dynamic team dedicated to elevating all abilities, empowering lives, and fostering positive impact in the community. Join the Easterseals NH & VT family, where your passion meets purpose. Easterseals New Hampshire and Vermont elevates people of all abilities. We serve the diverse needs of approximately 18,000 children, adults, seniors, families, and veterans each year. We provide services across two states, and our programs cover areas like early intervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, adult day and in-home care, behavioral health, family-centered practices for child welfare, housing, and substance use disorders. We help people in New Hampshire and Vermont live their best lives. Joining Easterseals NH & VT presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our organization provides various benefits and programs designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Explore our offerings here. We are honored to be recognized as a NH Veteran-Friendly Business and a recovery-friendly workplace.

Requirements

Enrolled in a College program with a goal of receiving an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in a human services related field and have approval from his or her program director
Proven written communication ability
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Students must have approval from HR prior to starting internship hours

Responsibilities

Students will observe an Early Intervention provider during internship hours.
Students will perform procedures and activities under the direct supervision of an Early Intervention Provider.
Students will observe at least 1 developmental evaluation.
Students will observe treatment by a licensed Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Pathologist, and Educator.
Students will observe Case Management provided to a family
Students will assist with activities as directed by an Early Intervention Provider during therapeutic groups.
Students will integrate procedures and techniques learned in their college programs while working under the direct supervision of an Early Intervention Provider.
Students will provide education, clinical updates, and/or case management to parents or caregivers under the direction of an Early Intervention Provider.
Students will provide an in-service to staff.
Students will meet weekly with their Program Instructor(s) to review progress and goals for Internship.