Early Intervention Specialist

For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.

Through frequent home visits and contacts, the Early Intervention Specialist works with parents/other caregivers to provide quality Family Training/Special Instruction and Service Coordination services for children ages birth to five years who have developmental delays/disabilities in accordance with policies set forth by Babynet, SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs and Medicaid. The Early Intervention Specialist will work in Richland and Lexington County areas Monday to Friday.

• Bachelor7s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related fields such as Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or Child Development.
• One year experience working with children birth to three years of age and/or children with developmental delays, diagnosis, or disabilities.
• Working knowledge of infant and child development.
• Ability to work in collaboration with other professionals and agencies.
• Demonstrated ability/experience in writing professional reports and correspondence.
• Must possess a valid SC drivers license and use of personal vehicle.
• Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church
• Must be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry and Sex Offenders Registry

• Rewarding Client Focused work environment
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life
• 403(b) with company match
• Ample vacation and sick leave
• Mission/Volunteer leave
• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Career opportunities throughout the state of SC

The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.