Director of Early Intervention Services

At the Achievement Center of LECOM Health, we believe in those we serve as much as we believe in those who serve. If you’re looking for a place that invests in your growth and values your contributions, come join us! Together, we can help ensure that any child, through any challenge, can achieve.

• More than a Century of Service: Since 1923, we’ve built a legacy of making a meaningful impact on children’s lives—stability you can trust.
• Employee Engagement Above the Benchmark: We consistently score above national benchmark for employee engagement. Our team is happy, mission-driven, and supported, fostering a positive and uplifting workplace.
• Flexibility & Fun: Enjoy a work environment that values your well-being, offers flexibility, and encourages a sense of humor along the way.
• Mission-Focused Impact: Be part of helping any child overcome challenges, knowing your role truly matters.
• Feel Valued & Grow: With annual professional development dollars, tuition discounts, and year-round trainings, you’ll find real opportunity for professional growth and personal fulfillment.

Description:

Join the region’s largest behavioral health system and help make a positive impact in the lives of children, families, and staff! ACLH is fortunate to have a top notch team of EI Interventionists from several allied health disciplines, such as Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Specialized Instruction and Speech/Language Pathology services.  This full-time position will provide oversight and management for the day-to-day operations of the Early Intervention Birth to Three program.

The successful candidate will be a passionate individual with the ability to lead a team and empower staff to provide quality, compassionate care.  The Director is responsible for overall programmatic operations, including administrative, fiscal and clinical management of the program, collaboration with internal/external stakeholders, and meeting all regulatory standards. The Director will also participate as assigned in grant projects supporting children and families, as well as provide direct clinical care related to provision of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology services, specialized instruction, nutrition services, psychological services, or social work services in accordance with their degree area and training.

The Achievement Center of LECOM Health’s culture is one of appreciation, support and collaboration.  Our programs, leaders and support staff collaborate to support our growing Early Intervention program and agency.  Position is located at the Achievement Center of LECOM Health’s main agency with daytime hours, Monday through Friday.

 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee overall programmatic operations, including administrative, fiscal and clinical management of the program, collaboration with internal/external stakeholders, and meeting all regulatory standards.

• Participate as assigned in grant projects supporting children and families, as well as provide direct clinical care related to provision of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology services, specialized instruction, nutrition services, psychological services, or social work services in accordance with their degree area and training.

• Provide oversight and management for the day-to-day operations of the Early Intervention Birth to Three program.

 

Requirements:

• Minimum of a master’s degree in an Allied Health, Health and Human Services, or Education-related field.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a Human Services setting, such as a hospital, early childhood center, or other clinical setting.
• Current clinical licensure in the state of Pennsylvania (if applicable).
• Minimum of two (2) years in a manager/supervisory role preferred.

 

Why join the Achievement Center of LECOM Health?

Compensation: ACLH offers a competitive salary based upon experience. $200 annually towards licensure CEU’s or licensure renewal.

Time Off: 8 Paid holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, and paid time off.

Professional Advancement: Professional development opportunities and dedicated training budget.

Benefits: 

• Medical Insurance
  • *When using the Home Host benefits, all copayments and deductibles are waived with the exception for advanced diagnostics, certain types of therapy, durable medical equipment, infertility treatment, transplants, and certain surgical expenses.
  • Employee only coverage