Early Intervention Specialist
Concord, CA
Full Time
We Care Children's Services
Entry Level
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of infants and toddlers with developmental delays? As a child development Early Intervention Specialist (EIS), you will work directly with children aged 0-3 and their families via home visits and telehealth. Use your knowledge of child development to assess the child, create goals, and teach/coach their parents. We Care Services for Children is a 60-year-old nonprofit serving low-income and at-risk youth in central and eastern Contra Costa County. We offer great benefits, full-time hours, and a flexible 4- or 5-day work week. $30-$34/hour, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Working independently, the EIS conducts weekly, 1-hour appointments with children ages 0-3 and their parents in their homes, or occasionally via telehealth. The EIS administers standardized assessments such as Batelle (BDI-2) and Bayley-4, and individualized goals for the child. The EIS provides parents/caregivers with information and demonstrations of activities and strategies appropriate to their child. The EIS provides ongoing coaching to parents/caregivers and writes ongoing notes and reports to support the child’s needs. The EIS engages with children and families in a positive manner, fostering strong relationships with the parent/caregiver and the child.
Working at We Care:
We Care offers a supportive working environment with an emphasis on self-care and reflective supervision. We offer professional development in areas of passion and in topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our excellent benefits package includes generous medical and dental insurance, 3 weeks’ vacation, plus 12 holidays and paid sick time. The EIS sets appointments collaboratively with clients, so working days and hours are flexible.
Summary of Key Qualifications
About Us
We Care Services for Children provides targeted, compassionate, and effective early intervention services to help young children reach their full potential. We address the unique mental health, developmental, and educational needs of disadvantaged children up to age 6 through an array of programs and research-based therapies. Embedded in our programs are developmentally, linguistically, and culturally appropriate activities to provide each child with the best possible start to his or her life. Through targeted, compassionate, and effective early intervention services, We Care helps the most vulnerable children in our community reach their full potential, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.
Key Responsibilities:
Working independently, the EIS conducts weekly, 1-hour appointments with children ages 0-3 and their parents in their homes, or occasionally via telehealth. The EIS administers standardized assessments such as Batelle (BDI-2) and Bayley-4, and individualized goals for the child. The EIS provides parents/caregivers with information and demonstrations of activities and strategies appropriate to their child. The EIS provides ongoing coaching to parents/caregivers and writes ongoing notes and reports to support the child’s needs. The EIS engages with children and families in a positive manner, fostering strong relationships with the parent/caregiver and the child.
Working at We Care:
We Care offers a supportive working environment with an emphasis on self-care and reflective supervision. We offer professional development in areas of passion and in topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our excellent benefits package includes generous medical and dental insurance, 3 weeks’ vacation, plus 12 holidays and paid sick time. The EIS sets appointments collaboratively with clients, so working days and hours are flexible.
Summary of Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development, Special Education, or a closely related field demonstrating strong understanding of infant and toddler development, and the importance of the parent/ caregiver-child relationship.
- At least 2 years of experience working with infants and toddlers with special needs. Ability to demonstrate a wide range of effective developmentally appropriate interventions and activities.
- Experience completing developmental assessments, writing developmental progress reports, and developmental goals.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills. Excellent listening skills. Ability to explain and answer questions with patience and understanding.
- Must be able to work independently and communicate openly with internal team members.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
- Must possess a valid California Driver's License and have reliable transportation and current auto insurance to travel to client homes (auto expenses are reimbursed at $0.75/mile).
- Must pass physical exam and health screen with TB test, fingerprint clearance and background check.
About Us
We Care Services for Children provides targeted, compassionate, and effective early intervention services to help young children reach their full potential. We address the unique mental health, developmental, and educational needs of disadvantaged children up to age 6 through an array of programs and research-based therapies. Embedded in our programs are developmentally, linguistically, and culturally appropriate activities to provide each child with the best possible start to his or her life. Through targeted, compassionate, and effective early intervention services, We Care helps the most vulnerable children in our community reach their full potential, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.
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