Careers

If you’re looking to make a difference in the lives of Florida’s children and their families, Early Steps is the place for you

Below are our current job opportunities. Individuals must be eligible to enroll in the statewide Early Steps Provider Enrollment system as a condition of employment.

If you would like to apply to become an Early Steps Provider, please contact your local Early Steps Provider Relations Liaison.

Gulf Central Early Steps – Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Contract Position

Position Title:
	Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist-Contract Position
Employer:
	Heatlh Planning Council of Southwest Florida- Gulf Central Early Steps
Location:
	Charlotte and Desoto Counties
Salary:
	$50.00-$96.32/hour (session)
Position Description:
	A rare opportunity to join our team at Gulf Central Early Steps as a Florida Licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, to work with families of infants and toddlers with developmental delays. This is a contracted position. A pediatric speech therapist with Gulf Central Early Steps will provide early intervention, through a coaching model, to the 0-3 population, in their homes. You will have the opportunity to learn from other therapists and developmental specialists through weekly team meetings where you are given the opportunity to consult with the different disciplines. Our therapist take part in ongoing learning and support through FL-Epic (Florida Embedded Practices and Interventions with Caregivers). This amazing statewide professional development training program offers you your own provider coach to teach you how to work in this unique setting. We also offer opportunities to take part in research studies with FSU and UF through Autism Navigator. Come be a part of this exciting opportunity to grow as an early intervention Speech and Language Pathologist, as part of our team! Location: Charlotte County and Desoto County Requirements: The ability to drive your own car is essential. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. 1 year of Pediatric experience is preferred. We are an equal opportunity employer. Benefits: This is a contracted position with the ability to work 16-40/hours. Flexible schedule to help balance family and work responsibilities. Paid shadowing and professional development opportunities with FL-Epic.
Requirements:
	Speech Language Pathology License Experience with Children Master’s degree
Counties Served (all or specify):
	Charlotte DeSoto
Contact Name:
	Karol Verdone
Contact Email:
	[email protected]
Contact Phone:
	(941) 957-8938

Gulf Central Early Steps – Bilingual Service Coordinator/Case Manager

Position Title:
	Bilingual Service Coordinator/Case Manager
Employer:
	Health Planning Council of Southwest Florida/Gulf Central Early Steps
Location:
	Sebring, FL
Salary:
	$40,000-$57,499.00
Position Description:
	Do you want to be part of a team helping families of children who are concerned about their child’s development get the necessary services they need? The Health Planning Council of SW Florida, Early Steps program, is seeking a full time Service Coordinator/Case Manager. Service Coordinators are a key part of a team of professionals who provide early intervention services to families of children birth to 36 months with developmental delays. The Service Coordinator is actively involved in regular contacts with families, facilitating and arranging meetings with the family and their team of providers and providing information that will help the families with their child’s development. They are also responsible for documentation of the services and strategies recommended for the family and need to have excellent computer skills. Qualifications and Skills A bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, social work, health education, interdisciplinary sociology, early childhood, child development or special education is required, with one year of experience with young children and families in a case management, counseling or teaching role, or with individuals with special needs and/or developmental delays of any age in a case management role. -OR- a Bachelor’s degree or higher in an un-related field, with at least three years of experience in case management, teaching or counseling with young children and families, or with individuals with special needs and/or developmental delays of any age in a case management role would be considered. Organizational skills, time management and computer skills are highly recommended. The Health Planning Council is a drug free workplace, and offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance. Benefits HPC has an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, Supplemental/voluntary insurance, Retirement with 10% salary contribution to a 401k, Excellent PTO ( 9 hours per pay period accrued for 0-5 years of service, 10 hours after 5 years), plus 5 additional personal days. We also offer flexible work schedules to allow for work-life balance. Job Type: Full-time Location: Sebring, FL
Requirements:
	Bachelor’s degree Time Management Case Management Organizational Skills Bilingual -SpanishPreferred: Teaching Special Education
Counties Served (all or specify):
	Hardee Highlands
Contact Name:
	Karol Verdone
Contact Email:
	[email protected]
Contact Phone:
	(941) 957-8938

Gulf Central Early Steps – Pediatric Physical Therapist, Contract Position

Position Title:
	Pediatric Physical Therapist- Contract Position
Employer:
	Health Planning Council of Southwest Florida/Gulf Central Early Steps
Location:
	North Port and Arcadia, FL
Salary:
	$50.00-$96.32/hour (session)
Position Description:
	A rare opportunity to join our team at Gulf Central Early Steps as a Florida Licensed Physical Therapist to work with families of infants and toddlers with developmental delays. This is a contracted position. A pediatric physical therapist with Gulf Central Early Steps will provide early intervention, through a coaching model, to the 0-3 population, in their homes. You will have the opportunity to learn from other therapists and developmental specialists through weekly team meetings where you are given the opportunity to consult with the different disciplines. Our therapist take part in ongoing learning and support through FL-Epic (Florida Embedded Practices and Interventions with Caregivers). This amazing statewide professional development training program offers you your own provider coach to teach you how to work in this unique setting. We also offer opportunities to take part in research studies with FSU and UF through Autism Navigator. Come be a part of this exciting opportunity to grow as an early intervention pediatric physical therapist as part of our team! Location: South Sarasota County (North Port) Desoto County Requirements: The ability to drive your own car is essential. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. 1 year of Pediatric experience is preferred. We are an equal opportunity employer. Benefits: This is a contracted position with the ability to work 16-40/hours. Flexible schedule to help balance family and work responsibilities. Paid shadowing and professional development opportunities with FL-Epic.
Requirements:
	Physical Therapy License Pediatric Experience Preferred: Bilingual
Counties Served (all or specify):
	DeSoto Sarasota
Contact Name:
	Karol Verdone
Contact Email:
	[email protected]
Contact Phone:
	(941) 957-8938