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Job Number: 277
Location: Odessa
Supervises: N
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Division: ECI
Salary: $21.41 per hour. Sign on bonus may be available.
Shift: M-Th 7:30am - 5:30pm; F 7:30 - 11:30am; as needed; Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency and clients change
Driving required: Y
Travel required: Y
Settings: office, field
POSITION SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:
The Early Intervention Specialist (EIS) provides comprehensive assessments, interventions and support for children birth to 3 years old with developmental delays or disabilities. This position provides in-home/community-based specialized skills training services as prescribed on the child/family's Individualized Family Service Plan (ISFP) and accurately documents the services concurrently. This position educates the families and trains them on techniques on how to have their child reach a certain developmental goal while incorporating other areas of development. The EIS works closely with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families served.
This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Required: Bachelors degree from accredited college or university in a field approved by ECI such as Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Special Education, Child Development, Health, Family Studies, or related field. **must complete 3 semester hours of early childhood special education or 40 clock hours of continuing education in early childhood development or early childhood special education prior to hire.
Experience Required: At least 1 year experience in Early Childhood Development or related field or experience with young children with developmental delays preferred.
Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are not designated as essential for the purposes of ADA; they are still required duties):
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Abilities Required:
Other (specify): driving required. May require some travel after hours and overnight.
WORKSITE CONDITIONS:
ADA Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EEO Statement: PermiaCare is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties, activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare. Employment is at-will.
Would you like to work for an agency that makes a difference in the lives of people in your community every day? Join our team of dedicated and passionate staff and use your talents and skills to help others. Work one on one and as part of a team with kids or adults with mental illness, developmental disabilities, HIV or substance abuse diagnoses, assist from behind the scenes in any one of our administrative departments, or provide necessary support for the direct care staff. Be an asset to your community while getting paid for it!
PermiaCare is a public agency that provides a comprehensive array of services to persons experiencing mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. We deliver high quality services to eight counties in Texas, serving the community as effectively and efficiently as we can. PermiaCare provides four main services: Mental Health (MH) Services, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Services, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Services, and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Services.
PermiaCare knows that quality healthcare is important to maintaining a healthy life and providing proper care for your family. Health insurance through BCBS is provided free of charge to each full-time employee at PermiaCare, with the ability to purchase coverage for your family. Dental, vision, Colonial and AFLAC offerings are also available through payroll deductions for any PermiaCare employee for themselves and their family. Retirement, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time Off, Long Term Disability and Workers Compensation benefits are also covered by the agency. PermiaCare provides training and development through New Employee Orientation and ongoing training requirements. Educational assistance is also provided for qualified employees.
PM22
Full Time
$46k-58k (estimate)
01/20/2024
05/13/2024
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