General Description:

The Early Intervention Specialist is under the general supervision of the Early Childhood Intervention Program Supervisor. The Early Intervention Specialist will provide Specialized Skills Training (SST) for an individual caseload of clients ages 0-3. She/he will support development across domains with an emphasis on strengthening cognitive skills, positive behaviors and social interactions while respecting the diversity of families. Services are provided in the child and families natural environment, promoting parent or caregiver and child interactions within the context of everyday activities and routines in the home and community. Employee should demonstrate dedication to public service, commitment to excellence in service delivery, personal integrity and recognition of the individual worth and common needs of all people. Work schedule may require flexibility and the use of a Center vehicle to travel within a 7-county catchment area.

Qualifications:

A bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work with a current Texas State Social Workers license or bachelors degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education with a current Texas State Teacher Certification, a bachelors degree in psychology, a bachelors degree in speech/language pathology or other related field is required. Bilingual speaking (Spanish) is a plus. Knowledge of child development and experience working with young children and families is preferred. A valid Texas drivers license and driving record to comply with CFLR policies is mandatory. If selected for position, must give CFLR authorization to send for copy of driving record as well as all required prescreens and background checks. Must be able to complete all required staff developmental training.

THE CENTER FOR LIFE RESOURCES PREFER APPLICANTS WHO ARE ALREADY LIVING IN OR ARE WILLING TO MOVE TO THE 7 COUNTY CATCHMENT AREA WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THEIR HIRE DATE. OUR CATCHMENT AREA INCLUDES THE COUNTIES OF BROWN, EASTLAND, COLEMAN, COMANCHE, SAN SABA, MILLS, AND MCCULLOUCH.

Any employee desiring to transfer into this position must complete an In-House Employment Application and submit to the Human Resources office. This position will remain open until filled.