Developmental Therapist (DT)

Benchmark Human Services•Stamford, CT

4h•$48,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is hiring a Developmental Therapist for its Early Intervention Services. The role supports babies and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays in developing physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and communication skills. Service coverage includes Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, and Stamford, Connecticut. Developmental Therapists conduct evaluations and assessments, participate in the development and implementation of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), monitor outcomes as part of a team, and provide early intervention support to families. The position uses evidence-based practices, Natural Learning Environment Practices, coaching, and teaching in natural environments to support each child and family. The role requires compliance with federal and state regulations, including Connecticut Birth to Three Program Regulations. Therapists also complete Birth to Three Service Coordinator Modules and function as Service Coordinators. This is a full-time position with a stated salary range of $48,000–$65,000 and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Meet Connecticut Birth to Three education and licensure requirements.
Master’s degree.
Teaching license with a Department of Education certificate endorsement 112, 113, 065, 165, 265, 057, 059, or 055, or state-certified DSP through the B23 system.
One year of experience working with children in early intervention.
Valid Connecticut driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Excellent organization and time-management skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to collaborate respectfully with others.
Knowledge of Connecticut’s Birth to Three early intervention program and early intervention service-delivery best practices.
Commitment to Natural Learning Environment Practices.
Ability to adapt to different learning styles and meet each child’s individualized treatment-plan needs.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Participation in professional supervision if needed.

Responsibilities

Comply with federal and state regulations, including Connecticut Birth to Three Program Regulations.
Administer evaluations and assessments.
Build rapport with children, families, and team members to promote a healthy learning environment.
Develop a joint plan with each family and recommend strategies using evidence-based practices and Natural Learning Environment Practices.
Implement IFSPs for enrolled families and recommend service frequency based on the child’s developmental status and the family’s priorities and concerns.
Provide families with information, skills, and support to enhance their child’s development.
Use the coaching model and natural environment teaching.
Participate in Birth to Three-sponsored trainings, meetings, and learning opportunities as appropriate.
Complete Birth to Three Service Coordinator Modules and function as the Service Coordinator.
Comply with standards intended to protect the health and safety of staff and the individuals served.
Monitor outcomes as a member of the team.