Compliance specialist [h1.location_city]

Salary : $21.41 per hour. Sign on bonus may be available.

Shift : Travel required : Settings : office, field

The Early Intervention Specialist (EIS) provides comprehensive assessments, interventions and support for children birth to 3 years old with developmental delays or disabilities. This position provides in-home / community-based specialized skills training services as prescribed on the child / family's Individualized Family Service Plan (ISFP) and accurately documents the services concurrently. This position educates the families and trains them on techniques on how to have their child reach a certain developmental goal while incorporating other areas of development. The EIS works closely with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families served.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

Education Required : Bachelors degree from accredited college or university in a field approved by ECI such as Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Special Education, Child Development, Health, Family Studies, or related field. must complete 3 semester hours of early childhood special education or 40 clock hours of continuing education in early childhood development or early childhood special education prior to hire.

Experience Required : At least 1 year experience in Early Childhood Development or related field or experience with young children with developmental delays preferred.

Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required :

Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable to PermiaCare's insurance requirements.

Provide specialized skills training in child's natural environment as prescribed on ISFP.

Participate in initial and ongoing developmental assessments, Individual Family Services Plan (IFSP) planning and communicating with an interdisciplinary team regarding progress and changes as needed with ECI client.

Identify child / family needs and provide case management to address child's educational, social, medical and developmental needs.

Create and provide strategies to accomplish individualized outcomes for children and families.

Monitor the developmental progress and needs of the children on assigned caseload.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Meet unit performance measures or targets.

Maintain regular and reliable physical on-site attendance. Comply with the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation policy and reporting requirements.

Adhere to the Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior policy requirements.

Establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors, co-workers and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous and respectful behavior at all times.

Answer phone, collect phone messages and respond to requests timely and accurately.

Display professionalism when representing PermiaCare and the program in the community.

Maintain compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures.

Maintain valid and current driver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation at all times. Complete all training as assigned prior to due date.

Participate in community activities and / or attends community meetings as needed.

Knowledge of infant and child development.

Knowledge of early intervention techniques.

Ability to compose documents and notes according to standards.

Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork accurately, and produce reports.

Knowledge of community resources and ability to link individuals and families to services.

Ability to provide culturally competent and family-centered services.

Ability to lift, hold, and play with young children and move about into and out of sitting positions on the floor.

Ability to express self clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

Exceptional customer service skills, including positive attitude.

Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Ability to display comfort in interacting with individuals of diverse cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds and with social service, healthcare, educational and criminal justice organizations, as needed.

Ability to maintain highly confidential information.

Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.

Model professionalism by appropriate dress, language, ethics and work habits.

Ability to drive personal and / or company vehicle. This position may require travel to agency program sites, community and residential sites, and / or locations outside the PermiaCare catchment area. This position may require transport of agency individuals and / or individuals served.