Early Intervention Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.

Position Summary:

Through frequent home visits and contacts, the Early Intervention Specialist works with parents/other caregivers to provide quality Family Training/Special Instruction and Service Coordination services for children ages birth to five years who have developmental delays/disabilities in accordance with policies set forth by Babynet, SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs and Medicaid. The Early Intervention Specialist will work in Richland and Lexington County areas Monday to Friday.

Qualifications:

Must live in Richland County

Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related fields such as Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or Child Development.

One year experience working with children birth to three years of age and/or children with developmental delays, diagnosis, or disabilities.

Working knowledge of infant and child development.

Ability to work in collaboration with other professionals and agencies.

Demonstrated ability/experience in writing professional reports and correspondence.

Must possess a valid SC driver's license and use of personal vehicle.

Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church

Must be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry and Sex Offenders Registry

What Epworth Children's Home offers full time employees:

Rewarding Client Focused work environment

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

Company paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life

403(b) with company match

Ample vacation and sick leave

Mission/Volunteer leave

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program

Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Career opportunities throughout the state of SC!

Epworth's mission is to serve children, youth, and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.