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Early Intervention Consultant 
About the Organization Easterseals Louisiana (ESL) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people's lives everyday. Established in 1951, our organization supports over 8,600 individuals (whom we refer to as Participants) with a variety of disabilities. A leading provider of disability services, ESL has physical locations in 8 regions of Louisiana and our array of programs include; support coordination (case management) for children, adults and elderly participants, a wide range of behavioral health and housing services, early intervention services for infants and toddlers, and a school setting called The Chartwell Center in New Orleans.

Because we support so many participants with a range of needs, we have learned that disability looks different for everyone, and it is our goal to help our participants thrive and live their lives to their fullest potential. ESL believes that everyone deserves opportunities to be active and productive members of their communities. We strive to make a life of purpose and independence possible for our participants through our commitment to quality support, innovative service offerings, and continuous organizational evolution. We are seeking mission-driven individuals to join our team, who will help us deliver a life of independence, relationships, and meaning to our participants.
 
Description

The Early Intervention Consultant position will perform work with our SPOE Contracts. This position will interact with our participants as well as Intake Coordinators in this program. This posiiton is home and community based and would be performed in the Monroe Louisiana Area.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Assists with eligibility determination by interpreting and synthesizing child information

 

  • Assists staff with identification of additional information needed for eligibility or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) development

 

  • Assists SPOE staff to interpret assessment reports and the meaning of results for IFSP development

 

  • Review and approve Team Decision forms when extra services are requested.
  • Reviews BDI II evaluations for accuracy when a child doesn't qualify for services.

 

  • Becomes an IFSP team member when Informed Clinical Opinion is used for eligibility.

 

  • Assists IFSP teams with the development of intervention strategies and services through a consultative model of service delivery, including determining the frequency and intensity of services and mode of service delivery

 

  • Reviews IFSPs and revisions for appropriate early intervention strategies and services

 

  • Works with the State of Louisiana’s Regional Coordinator to develop technical assistance to the IFSP team that addresses issues identified in the review

 

  • Participates in continuing education and maintains required licenses

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 

  1. Oral and Written Communication Skills – Ability to exhibit appropriate use of grammar and spelling in written communication, exhibit appropriate use of grammar in oral communication, ensure oral and written communication is professional

 

  1. Performance Management -- Acts as IC Supervisor and is in charge in the absence of the SPOE Director filling in for them. Assists the Director in planning and decision-making. Conducts weekly supervision meetings with ICs at times. Is the lead trainer for new ICs.

 

  1. Planning – Establish effective objectives, priorities, and implement plans; anticipate obstacles and consider alternatives

 

  1. Coordination – Able to work with multiple individuals/ entities to coordinate efforts on behalf of children and families

 

  1. Action Orientation – Ability to take initiative, take action to influence events to achieve goals

 

  1. Work Commitment – Has passion for getting services to families and helping them meet their goals.

 

  1. Time Management- Is organized and able to meet strict deadlines consistently.

 

  1. Building Relationships – Able to establish rapport with Easterseals administrative and other program staff

 

  1. Team Playing – Work cooperatively and collaboratively with staff and other Easterseals employees

 

  1. Mission Advocacy – To change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day.

 

 

 
Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

A Master’s degree in one of the following human service fields, from an accredited institution in the areas of:

 

  • Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Nursing Psychology or Social Work.

 

An individual who holds a Master’s Degree and a certificate in Early Intervention also meets the Educational Requirement

 

AND

 

Three years’ experience as an early intervention provider, working in a developmental service delivery model for early intervention with children ages birth through two with disabilities.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS with or without accommodation:

 

  • The employee is regularly required to operate a computer, file and retrieve written documents, communicate with others on the phone and in person.

 

  • The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands, and lift and/or move lightweight items.

 

  • Ability to move independently within the facility and community. Must have a vehicle they can utilize for home visits. Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

 
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://EASTERSEALSLOUISIANAINC.appone.com

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