Early Intervention Specialist

Job Responsibilities Under general supervision, provides family-centered early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities enrolled in Georgia Babies Can’t Wait (BCW). Works with children and caregivers in natural environments to support developmental progress and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) outcomes through coaching, modeling, developmentally appropriate activities, and everyday learning opportunities. Collaborates with families, Service Coordinators, and other providers; participates in IFSP meetings and reviews; monitors progress; and completes required documentation in accordance with BCW, district, HIPAA, and FERPA requirements. May administer the BDI-3 to assist with eligibility determination when assigned. This position is housed in Tattnall County and requires travel to provide home- and community-based services throughout the upper region of the Southeast Health District, including Bulloch, Candler, Evans, Toombs, Tattnall, Jeff Davis, Appling, and Bacon Counties. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, pediatric nursing, psychology, social work or another directly related field. A minimum of two years of professional experience providing service to children and families or in the administration of a service delivery program for children and families or children’s health. – OR- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or six (6) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in child development, early childhood education, early childhood special education, special education, or other closely related fields. Minimum of two years of experience providing service to children and families. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in special education and early childhood development. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southeast Health District - District 9-2