Early Interventionist Evaluator- Port St. Lucie

Job Description

Job Description

Salary will be between $47,579 to $49,000 (based on education and experience)

 

Easterseals Florida is seeking a skilled and compassionate Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS) Evaluator to conduct developmental evaluations for infants and toddlers (birth to age three) referred to the Early Steps program under IDEA Part C. This role plays a critical part in helping families access the early intervention services their child needs to thrive.

 

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct developmental evaluations using the Battelle Developmental Inventory (BDI-2) or other approved tools to determine Early Steps eligibility
• Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary evaluation team and follow eligibility criteria outlined in the Early Steps Program Plan and Operations Guide (PHOG)
• Serve as a participating member of each child's Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) Team
• Recommend appropriate early intervention services-based on peer-reviewed research-to meet each child's unique developmental needs, including frequency, intensity, and duration
• Provide timely, accurate written documentation for each evaluation and service provided
• Attend staff meetings, IFSP planning conferences, and trainings as requested
• Deliver early intervention services to enrolled children
• Submit all clinic and billing documentation promptly

 

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university, plus 1–2 years of related experience or training
• Florida Certification as an Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS)
• Florida Medicaid Therapy and/or Early Intervention Provider Number
• NPI Number
• Confirmation of enrollment in the CMS Provider Management System
• Strong documentation, time-management, and organizational skills
• Demonstrates integrity, tact, sound judgment, flexibility, and commitment to high-quality practices
• Commitment to teamwork and to supporting families with empathy and professionalism.
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
• An energetic, resourceful and professional individual who will promote a positive, respectful and team-based environment

 

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

 

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

 

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

 

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at View phone number on us.fitly.work, View email address on us.fitly.work, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

 

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link:

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