Metrocare Services·Dallas, Texas
The Early Intervention Specialist provides developmental therapies, service coordination, and specialized skills training to infants and toddlers with developmental delays in their natural environments. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and monitor Individual Family Service Plans while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Are you looking for a purpose-driven career? At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying.
Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas, serving over 55,000 adults and children annually. For over 50 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services to people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In addition to behavioral health care, Metrocare provides primary care centers for adults and children, services for veterans and their families, accessible pharmacies, housing, and supportive social services. Alongside clinical care, researchers and teachers from Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education & Research are advancing mental health beyond Dallas County while providing critical workforce to the state.
Job Description: General description:
The mission of Metrocare Services is to serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying. We are an agency committed to quality gender-responsive, trauma-informed care to individual experiencing serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders. Metrocare programs focus on the issues that matter most in the lives of children, families, and adults we serve.
The Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program at Metrocare services provides developmental therapies and service coordination to eligible babies from birth up to the age of 3 who have significant developmental delays or disabilities. Services are provided in the natural environment (e.g. home, daycare, community-settings, telehealth) and are delivered through Coaching with primary caregivers versus one-to-one treatment with the baby and therapist. The Early Intervention Specialist (EIS) provides intake, evaluation, service coordination, and specialized skills training (SST) to families of the ECI program within the natural environment settings. The EIS functions as a community liaison and as an interdisciplinary team member to support families as they help their child learn and grow.
Our hours of operation are Monday Friday, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. The Early Intervention Specialist (EIS) would be expected to be available to provide services and attend required meetings/trainings during these operational hours.
Essential duties and responsibilities: Spanish bilingual
The essential functions listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the job.
The competencies listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Self-motivating, professional acumen, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, communication skills for public speaking and presentation skills.
Must be able to speak in front of unfamiliar people and groups of people.
Must be familiar with or have the ability to meet State, local, HHSC, ECI and Metrocare Services rules and regulations, procedures and policies.
Organized and able to meet deadlines and frequent changes in procedures.
Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines. Ability to handle multiple task and special projects simultaneously. Able to work autonomously with minimal or no supervision.
Able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
BA/BS in a field commensurate with Early Childhood Intervention or Special Education required.
3 hours of college course credit must be in Early Childhood Development or Special Education.
Must be ECI Fully Qualified and in active status as an EIS with Texas State HHSC ECI office.
Basic math skills required. Ability to work with reports and numbers.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with occasional variables.
Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Experience in Metrocare computer software (Netsmart MyAvatar) Ability to utilize Internet for resources.
Licensed as Fully-Qualified EIS through state of Texas Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas Driver License within three (3) months of employment. Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Centers liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business. Must have an acceptable driving record.
Benefits
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Perks: Metrocare couldn’t have a great employee-first culture without great benefits. That’s why we offer a competitive salary, exceptional training, and an outstanding benefits package: Medical/Dental/Vision Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan, including employer matching Health Savings Account, including employer matching Professional Development allowance up to $2000 per year Bilingual Stipend – 6% of the base salary Many other benefits Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Tobacco-Free Facilities - Metrocare is committed to promoting the health, well-being, and safety of Metrocare team members, guests, and individuals and families we serve while on the facility campuses. Therefore, Metrocare facilities and grounds are tobacco-free. No Recruitment Agencies Please
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a field related to Early Childhood Intervention or Special Education with specific course credits in Early Childhood Development. Professional certification as an Early Intervention Specialist through the Texas State HHSC is preferred.
Market context
In Texas, Spanish bilingual Early Intervention Specialist roles are often in steady demand because providers need staff who can support infants and toddlers with developmental delays and communicate effectively with families. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a related bachelor’s degree, early childhood coursework, and preferred Texas HHSC certification, while bilingual ability can strengthen your fit. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your course credits, certification status, and family-service experience before applying.