EIS I

Texana Center; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Texana Center is seeking an Early Intervention Specialist I (EIS) to provide Specialized Skills Training and case management for a designated caseload in Waller and Fort Bend Counties. The EIS I may participate with the Interdisciplinary Team to evaluate needs, develop plans of care, and implement activities to support children and families.

The position requires documentation of direct service visits, independence, and travel within the catchment area, with adherence to compliance policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field with three hours in infant/toddler development or special education.
• Knowledge of infant/child development.
• Knowledge of early intervention techniques.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of assessment techniques.
• Interpersonal skills for positive interaction.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment with departmental policy.
• Ability to use/interpret standardized testing instruments.
• Texas Driver's License.
• Acceptance into the EIS registry, working toward full credential.

Responsibilities

• Provide SST and/or case management for a designated caseload in two counties.
• Collaborate with IDT to evaluate needs, develop care plans, and implement activities.
• Document direct service visits and maintain records.
• Travel within the assigned catchment area.
• Adhere to compliance policy and program guidelines.
• Working hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm; adjustments may be required.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Early intervention techniques

Community resources

Assessment techniques

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Oral & written communication

Policy judgment

Testing instruments

Texas Driver's License

EIS registry progress

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in child development, education, psychology, or related field

Job description

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EIS I

ECI Full Time Service Center - ECI, Rosenberg, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2000

Salary Range: $21.65 To $22.95 Hourly

Early Intervention Specialist (EIS)/Service Coordinator

Role Responsibilities

The Early Intervention Specialist I (EIS) provides Specialized Skills Training (SST) and/or case management for a designated caseload within the two county area served by Project G.R.O.W. ECI (Waller and Fort Bend Counties). Activities provided are to meet the individualized needs of the child and their family. The EIS I may be a part of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in evaluating the needs of a child/family, developing the plan of care, and implementing activities to meet the needs of children and families. The EIS I is responsible for documentation of direct service visits. The EIS I works under the general supervision of a Program Supervisor, uses professional initiative, independent judgment and travels within the assigned catchment area. The EIS I is responsible and accountable for the adherence to and promotion of the compliance policy. Working hours are Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Adjusted time to meet the needs of families and the program may be required, as needed.

• $21.65 per hour EIS I while completing Individualized Professional Development Plan (IPDP) and once certified and completed IPDP with Bachelor’s Degree EIS II.
• $22.95 per hour Master’s Degree once certified and complete IPDP and advance to EIS III

Required Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major specialization in child development, education, psychology, or a related field. Three hours specifically in infant/toddler development or special education is required.
• Knowledge of infant/child development
• Knowledge of early intervention techniques
• Knowledge of community resources
• Knowledge of assessment techniques
• Interpersonal skills for positive interaction with individuals
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate both orally & in writing
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in applying departmental policy & procedure
• Ability to use/interpret standardized testing instruments
• *Texas Driver's License
• Acceptance into the EIS registry, working towards fully qualified Early Intervention Specialist credential

Preferred Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• Bilingual or certified as Early Intervention Specialist.

Job Related Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform CPR.
• Must be able to perform moderate lifting and carrying (15#), pushing, stooping, repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, simple grasping, hearing, walking, sitting and twisting.
• Must have ability to see, write, operate office equipment, operate a motor vehicle and have depth perception.
• Qualified individual must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Texana Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer