Early Intervention Specialist - BCW

The Southeast Health District is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of Early Intervention Specialist based in Glennville or Redisville, GA.

Who We Are. It is our mission at the Southeast Health District, to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia, wherever they live, work and play, uniting with individuals, families, and communities to improve and enhance their quality of life. We have clinic locations in 16 counties in Georgia, including Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Bulloch, Candler, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Evans, Jeff Davis, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware and Wayne counties.

What We Offer. As a member of the Southeast Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, provides family-centered early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities enrolled in Georgia Babies Can’t Wait (BCW). Works with children and caregivers in natural environments to support developmental progress and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) outcomes through coaching, modeling, developmentally appropriate activities, and everyday learning opportunities. Collaborates with families, Service Coordinators, and other providers; participates in IFSP meetings and reviews; monitors progress; and completes required documentation in accordance with BCW, district, HIPAA, and FERPA requirements. May administer the BDI-3 to assist with eligibility determination when assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, pediatric nursing, psychology, social work or another directly related field. A minimum of two years of professional experience providing service to children and families or in the administration of a service delivery program for children and families or children’s health. -OR- Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or six (6) years of experience performing work related to area of assignment; or Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. Note: Some positions may require licensure.

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in child development, early childhood education, early childhood special education, special education, or other closely related fields. Minimum of two years of experience providing service to children and families. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in special education and early childhood development.

Additional Information

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular physical activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their physical goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: [email protected].

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.