Developmental Specialist - ESIT

Akin (formerly Childhaven)•Kent, WA

8d•$34 - $41•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Specialist position on our Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) Team will have the opportunity to help us develop and scale a best-in-class Early Intervention program for ages 0-3. This position will provide sensory processing and play-based therapy to children in natural environments, including their homes, classrooms, and other community locations. This position will work collaboratively with internal and external partners to ensure the needs of young children and their families are being met with excellence. This position has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

Firm commitment to family-centered, inclusive, interdisciplinary, and strengths-based ESIT best practices in natural environments
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
Strong knowledge of and commitment to antiracism policy, practices, and procedures
Ability to adapt to change and use flexible thinking
Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams
Comply with all Akin policies and procedures
Commit to the Vision, Values, and Mission of Akin
Working knowledge of the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and belonging, and a track record of incorporating these values into decision-making and team development.
Demonstrated ability to lead or support teams with diverse identities and backgrounds, including implementing inclusive practices across recruitment, supervision, and service delivery.
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
WashingtonState Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement.
OR, have taken the following courses: Child Development, Evaluation/Assessment, Family Systems, Intervention/Curriculum
Experience using all aspects of an electronic medical record system (e.g., Credible)
Experience and demonstrated ability to successfully work within a diverse cultural setting and provide culturally dynamic, equitable, and supportive services
Current certifications in Pediatric/Adult CPR, First Aid/AED, HIV/Bloodborne Pathogens
A valid driver's license and a favorable driving record, with no more than three violations within the past three years
Experience may be substituted for coursework: At least 4 years of experience in providing early intervention may be used in lieu of completing Family Systems and Intervention/Curriculum

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish highly desired

Responsibilities

Provides individualized group special instruction to develop cognitive, social, communication, gross and fine motor skills for children ages birth to 3
Collaborates with the Early Intervention team, Family Resource Coordinators (FRCs), and Akin program staff on interdisciplinary IFSPs, goal setting, and case review
Maintains documentation of case records and ensure compliance with Part C and other policies
Communicates with medical providers, school districts, and other outside resources as needed
Engages and empowers parents in all individual and group sessions, providing training and support that allow them to meet the needs of their children
Other duties as assigned