Early Intervention Specialist (EIS)/Service Coordinator

Role Responsibilities

The Early Intervention Specialist I (EIS) provides Specialized Skills Training (SST) and/or case management for a designated caseload within the two county area served by Project G.R.O.W. ECI (Waller and Fort Bend Counties). Activities provided are to meet the individualized needs of the child and their family. The EIS I may be a part of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in evaluating the needs of a child/family, developing the plan of care, and implementing activities to meet the needs of children and families. The EIS I is responsible for documentation of direct service visits. The EIS I works under the general supervision of a Program Supervisor, uses professional initiative, independent judgment and travels within the assigned catchment area. The EIS I is responsible and accountable for the adherence to and promotion of the compliance policy. Working hours are Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Adjusted time to meet the needs of families and the program may be required, as needed.

Salary

• $21.65 per hour EIS I while completing Individualized Professional Development Plan (IPDP) and once certified and completed IPDP with Bachelor’s Degree EIS II.
• $22.95 per hour Master’s Degree once certified and complete IPDP and advance to EIS III

Required Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major specialization in child development, education, psychology, or a related field. Three hours specifically in infant/toddler development or special education is required.
• Knowledge of infant/child development
• Knowledge of early intervention techniques
• Knowledge of community resources
• Knowledge of assessment techniques
• Interpersonal skills for positive interaction with individuals
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate both orally & in writing
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in applying departmental policy & procedure
• Ability to use/interpret standardized testing instruments
• *Texas Driver's License
• Acceptance into the EIS registry, working towards fully qualified Early Intervention Specialist credential

Preferred Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

Job Related Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform CPR.
• Must be able to perform moderate lifting and carrying (15#), pushing, stooping, repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, simple grasping, hearing, walking, sitting and twisting.
• Must have ability to see, write, operate office equipment, operate a motor vehicle and have depth perception.
• Qualified individual must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Texana Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer