Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

HSMC•Boston, MA

21d

About The Position

Our Early Intervention programs provide services to families with children birth to 3 years of age with developmental delays or at risk for developmental delays. The primary focus of early intervention is to provide education, training, and support to families to help their children learn and grow. We provide services in the home, at our early intervention centers, and in the community. Full Time, Part Time, and FFS Positions Available $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a major or concentration in infants and toddlers, early childhood education, special education or child studies.
300 hours of practicum or work experience with children under five years of age.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Adobe, and Office365 including Outlook, OneDrive, and Teams.
Ability to use computer-based technology including a computer/laptop and cell phone
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
Bilingual in Spanish candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all areas of infant-toddler development.
Utilize a parent coaching model in work with families.
Participate in screenings, assessments, child groups, parent groups, center visits, and home visits as a member of a trans-disciplinary team.
Provide home-based services to families across the catchment area.
Collaborate with community providers to ensure continuity of services for families including child care providers, medical providers, social service agencies, and specialty providers serving children with autism or hearing/vision loss.
Provide service coordination to assigned caseload including coordinating the development, monitoring, and review of the Individual Family Service Plan.