Early Intervention Specialist Salary Range: $40,707-$44,482

Spindletop Center; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 40,707 - 44,482; Full time

Job summary

Spindletop Center is seeking an Early Intervention Specialist in Beaumont, Texas, to provide essential services to children aged 0-3 with developmental delays. This role involves conducting assessments, creating individualized strategies, and coordinating care with families and team members. Applicants must hold a relevant bachelor's degree and be capable of meeting physical requirements for home visits. The position requires a Texas driver license and the ability to work outside standard hours as needed, offering a salary range of $40,707 to $44,482.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in ECI related fields or credential as Early Intervention Specialist Professional (EIS).
• Current State of Texas Driver License or equivalent.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background screens.

Responsibilities

• Provides services to children with developmental delays aged 0-3.
• Conducts assessments and provides intervention and service coordination.
• Consults with families and team members for individualized outcomes.
• Documents services for billing and accountability.

Skills

Document composition

Microsoft Office proficiency

Data entry and report production

Community health resource familiarity

Rapport building with families

Physical ability for home visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields

Job description

Early Intervention Specialist Salary Range: $40,707-$44,482

JOB PURPOSE

Provides services to children from 0 to 3 years of age with developmental delays. Conducts assessments and provides intervention and service coordination for children ages 0-3 referred to the First Steps ECI program. Provides consultation in area of expertise to families and other team members. Creates strategies to accomplish individualized outcomes for children and families. Is accountable for assigned property as well as submitting documentation for billing purposes.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor degree as specified in the ECI policy on Education requirements for Early Intervention Specialist, i.e., Adaptive Physical Education, Child Development, Child Life, Communication Disorders, Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Family Studies Health Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Special Education, or equivalent degrees with ECI State Office approval or other related bachelor's degree with 18 hours of college credit, verified by an official transcript with a passing grade, that is directly related to early intervention; or credential as Early Intervention Specialist Professional (EIS) fully qualified.

DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (IF APPLICABLE)

BA/BS

DRIVING REQUIRED

Yes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to compose documents according to standards
• Computer-skilled in the use of technology with Microsoft Office and all Google applications.
• Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.
• Familiarity with community health resources
• Ability to build rapport with families
• Must be physically able to conduct home visits to include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and standing for long periods of time if required (with or without a reasonable accommodation).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS (specify)

• May be required to interact with other consumers, referral sources, outside agencies, and family members to determine needs and actions to be taken.
• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state.
• Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.
• Travel may be required within the 6 county service area
• Must complete all training requirements in month in which they are due. Must complete the EIS credentialing requirement within 12 months of hire.
• Availability of a personal vehicle for business use will be required.
• Work may be required outside of the M-F 8-5 framework
• Work will take place within office setting, community setting, daycares and within the homes of individuals
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state