Early Childhood Developmental Specialist

Easter Seals Florida • Tampa, FL

6d • $47,503

About The Position

Salary will be up to $47,503 per year plus insurance and time-off benefits Easterseals Florida is seeking a passionate, innovative, and dynamic Development Specialist to join our team of evaluators in Tampa. As a Development Specialist, you will work with a team of professionals to deliver early intervention services to families in their natural environment. The primary responsibilities are to complete clinic evaluations and conduct provider visits for children until age 5 or when their goals are met. Easterseals Florida is seeking an individual who is able to develop positive relationships with children and families and is willing to coach and share their knowledge and skills with the families and other professionals. What we offer: Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Employee Assistance Program Several Supplemental Insurance Policies 403B Savings Plan Easterseals Cares Wellness Program Work Life Balance The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization Easterseals Florida has been rated a 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Great Place to Work by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for. A Snapshot of what you'll do: Complete eligibility evaluations for children referred by the Healthy Beginnings Entry Agency, and determine eligibility for early intervention services. Complete assessments/evaluations of the child's health and developmental status of the family's educational and support needs. Use mediated learning strategies to support the family/caregiver and the child's interactions. Including the family/caregiver in all aspects of service design and delivery. Completing evaluation reports and paperwork

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and or training
• Infant Toddler Development Specialist (ITDS) completed coursework; certification not required
• Ability to meet program deadlines
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required to drive for program related business
• An energetic, resourceful and professional individual who will promote a positive, respectful and team-based environment
• Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).
• Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
• Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at [phone], [email protected], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with standardized testing is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete eligibility evaluations for children referred by the Healthy Beginnings Entry Agency, and determine eligibility for early intervention services.
• Complete assessments/evaluations of the child's health and developmental status of the family's educational and support needs.
• Use mediated learning strategies to support the family/caregiver and the child's interactions.
• Including the family/caregiver in all aspects of service design and delivery.
• Completing evaluation reports and paperwork

Benefits

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 403B Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees