Early Intervention Independent Contractor (OT, PT, & SLP Opportunities Available)

Early Intervention Specialists Inc.; York (York County); On-site; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

Flexible schedule

Referral bonus eligibility

Job summary

Early Intervention Specialists, Inc. is seeking experienced, family-centered therapists to contract for Early Intervention services for children birth to three across PA.

You will work with families and IFSP teams to implement outcomes, monitor progress, and use evidence-based strategies in natural environments. As an independent contractor, you control your schedule and caseload while ensuring compliance and timely documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in PA.
• Current PA Child Abuse, Criminal History, and FBI clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide Early Intervention services using a coaching model with caregivers and families.
• Participate in IFSP development, including outcomes, strategies, and progress monitoring.
• Begin IFSP services within 14 calendar days of IFSP completion unless delayed for documented family or weather-related reasons.
• Maintain quarterly progress reports and complete required documentation (Session Notes, Ounce/ECAP, Evaluations, Releases, Transition forms, Consultations, etc.).
• Conduct initial or annual assessments to determine eligibility, when applicable.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including timely submission of required documentation to EIS.
• Keep Provider Registry account current and accessible for verification of trainings and clearances.
• Ensure prescriptions for service remain active and up-to-date.
• Participate in periodic county/state update meetings.
• Maintain all required licenses, insurances, clearances, CPR/First Aid, and 24 annual training hours.
• Use an EIS-compatible device (iPad/Laptop) for documentation, signatures, and billing.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Reliable transportation

Travel flexibility

EI/pediatric experience

Education

PA professional licensure

PA Child Abuse clearance

PA Criminal History clearance

FBI clearance

Professional liability insurance

Tools

iPad

Laptop

Job description

Early Intervention Independent Contractor (OT, PT, & SLP Opportunities Available)

Flexible Schedule | Competitive Compensation | Make a Lasting Impact

Early Intervention Specialists, Inc. (EIS) is seeking experienced, family‑centered therapists to contract with our agency and provide Early Intervention services for children ages birth to three. This opportunity is ideal for clinicians who value autonomy, flexible scheduling, and meaningful work with families in natural environments. This opportunity is open to Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.

Role Overview

As an Independent Contractor with EIS, you will use your professional expertise to support infants and toddlers who qualify for Early Intervention Services. You will collaborate with families and IFSP teams to develop functional outcomes, implement evidence‑based strategies, and monitor progress throughout the child’s time in the program.

Contracted Responsibilities

• Provide Early Intervention services using a coaching model with caregivers and families.
• Participate in IFSP development, including outcomes, strategies, and progress monitoring.
• Begin IFSP services within 14 calendar days of IFSP completion unless delayed for documented family or weather‑related reasons.
• Maintain quarterly progress reports and complete required documentation (Session Notes, Ounce/ECAP, Evaluations, Releases, Transition forms, Consultations, etc.).
• Conduct initial or annual assessments to determine eligibility, when applicable.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including timely submission of required documentation to EIS.
• Keep Provider Registry account current and accessible for verification of trainings and clearances.
• Ensure prescriptions for service remain active and up‑to‑date.
• Participate in periodic county/state update meetings.
• Maintain all required licenses, insurances, clearances, CPR/First Aid, and 24 annual training hours.
• Use an EIS‑compatible device (iPad/Laptop) for documentation, signatures, and billing.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in PA
• Current PA Child Abuse, Criminal History, and FBI clearances.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the service area.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Early Intervention and pediatric experience preferred
• Ability to perform services in natural environments, including traveling to appointments, working with young children in floor‑based positions, lifting infants and toddlers, navigating stairs, and using an iPad or computer for documentation.

Why Contractors Choose EIS

• Autonomy: Contractors determine their own schedules and service delivery approach within EI guidelines.
• Flexibility: Ideal for clinicians seeking control over caseload size and work hours.
• Meaningful : Support families during the most important years of child development.
• Professional Partner: EIS provides system updates, contract monitoring required by the County, and optional administrative support services.
• Referral Bonus Eligibility: Contractors may earn additional income for successful referrals.

Compensation Structure:

Contract rate: $75.00 - $100.00 per hour

• Paid per unit of direct service as reimbursed by the County.
• Monthly invoices submitted through EIS application via approved electronic device

Supporting children, empowering families, and helping professionals build meaningful careers in Early Intervention across Pennsylvania.

Contract service location

In person throughout South Central PA including Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Lancaster, York counties.