Early Interventionist

Job Description

Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

Siskin Home- and Community-Based Early Interventionists work to implement support-based home visits to families enrolled in the Tennessee Early Intervention System and use the Family Guided Routines Based Intervention model. Early Interventionists report to the Director of the Home- and Community-Based Early Intervention program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry a caseload and provide direct service to a minimum of 16 to 20 FTE families at all times

In collaboration with service coordinators, (a) assess the child’s and family’s needs and priorities; (b) develop family-chosen, functional, individualized participation-based, measurable goals; and (c) support the family in implementing intervention suggestions.

Provide collaborative consultation with community-based teachers of children on the caseload to ensure the children have many learning opportunities throughout a day to meet their IFSP goals

Fulfill all reporting requirements of Tennessee Early Intervention System, including: (a) Initial home visit with families occur within 30 calendar days from day of services to begin on IFSP, (b) Entries into Tennessee Early Intervention Data System occur within 3 work days from date of service, (c) Maintain 75% attendance rate with all families

Collect data on progress toward meeting IFSP child and family goals

Adhere to all Siskin Children’s Institute and Siskin Home and Community-based Early Intervention program policies

Attend and actively participate in job-related functions, including: scheduled monthly meetings, scheduled supervised home visits, scheduled joint home visits with interns and guests as requested

Positively represent Siskin Children’s Institute to families, professionals and the general public

Actively seek professional development and learning opportunities, and provide documentation of a minimum of 24 hours of training per calendar year

Regular and consistent attendance

This role is intended to be flexible and adaptive. Any and all duties as assigned over time may be required to support organizational needs.Requirements:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

At least 18 years of age

A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Special Education, Early Child Education, Child and Family Studies, Early Intervention or related field as outlined by contract with TEIS, a masters degree preferred

Experience working with young children

Current CPR Certification, or ability to become certified

Maintain a valid drivers license and vehicle insurance with an acceptable MVR record

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of early childhood tools and procedures, and child development.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with patient, parents and professionals.

Basic computer skills and be able to use all required software.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Organize and prioritize work & manage time effectively

Demonstrate an attitude of excellence and respect for all individuals

Full-time