Early Intervention Specialist | Longview

Early Intervention Specialist | Longview

Early Intervention Specialist (ECI)

Location:

Longview, TX (Serving Gregg, Harrison, Panola, Marion, Upshur, and Rusk Counties)

Pay:
Entry $21.50 per hour; $22.23 per hour after full certification

Job Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of children and their families? Community Healthcore is seeking a dedicated Early Intervention Specialist to join our Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) team.

In this role, you will work directly with children aged 0-2 who have developmental delays, providing essential services and family-centered support across East Texas.

• Service Coordination:
  Act as the primary point of contact, coordinating services within the ECI program and across community agencies.
• Family-Centered Practice:
  Partner with families to design learning environments and curriculum plans that enhance their child's skill development.
• Interdisciplinary
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Serve on the ECI Interdisciplinary Team to implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP).
• Documentation:
  Maintain timely high-quality, accurate files and record data neatly and objectively.
• Community Advocacy:
  Build professional relationships with community entities to support public awareness of ECI services.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or Graduate degree from an accredited university with specialization in Early Childhood Development, Human Development & Family Studies, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Counseling, or Special Education.
• Licensure:
  Valid Driver's License and insurable driving record required.
• Certification:
  Ability to obtain Early Intervention Specialist credentials within the required timeframe (training provided).
• Physical Ability:
  Must be able to lift up to 44 lbs and perform physical activities such as crawling, kneeling, and bending.

• Independence:
  Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Communication:
  Proficiency in verbal and written English; ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Tech-Savvy:
  Ability to work with computers and electronic health records.
• Resilience:
  Ability to handle emergency/crisis intervention with a calm, professional demeanor.

This position offers a dynamic environment where services are delivered in-office and in the field (homes, daycares, etc.). You will travel across Gregg, Harrison, Panola, Marion, Upshur, and Rusk counties to meet families where they are.