Child Development Specialist - CDC - PER DIEM BC Chestnut

Inspira Health•Vineland, NJ

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Systematically evaluates the strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges of infants and children, in collaboration with the family, as part of a NJ Early Intervention Team. Collaborates with family and other Individual Family Service Plan Team Members to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) which incorporates family priorities/concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation/assessment data to develop child and family outcomes. Implements evidenced-based instructional practices in the child s natural environment. Provides education, resources, and coaching to clients, family, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, human service, or education field.
At least one year of documented professional experience with individuals from birth to five years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities; OR at least six (6) credits in infant and toddler or early childhood development.
Knowledge of family centered practices.
Knowledge of typical and atypical child growth and development.
Functional computer skills.
Valid Driver’s license, proof of insurance and a reliable means of transportation as described in Fleet Safety ADM.291 IHN policy.

Nice To Haves

Certification and/or licensure by the appropriate regulatory agency preferred.

Responsibilities

Systematically evaluates the strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges of infants and children, in collaboration with the family, as part of a NJ Early Intervention Team.
Collaborates with family and other Individual Family Service Plan Team Members to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) which incorporates family priorities/concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation/assessment data to develop child and family outcomes.
Implements evidenced-based instructional practices in the child s natural environment.
Provides education, resources, and coaching to clients, family, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.