Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

Criterion Child Enrichment • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

The Early Intervention Developmental Specialist provides services to families with children from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays or are at risk for developmental delays. The role focuses on educating, training, and supporting families to help children learn and grow. Services are provided in families’ homes, at early intervention centers, and in the community. The specialist works as part of a trans-disciplinary team and provides service coordination for an assigned caseload, including coordination of Individual Family Service Plan development, monitoring, and review. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

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 or laptop and cell phone.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/Bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all areas of infant-toddler development.
• Use a parent coaching model when working 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—including child care providers, medical providers, social service agencies, and specialty providers serving children with autism or hearing or vision loss—to ensure continuity of services for families.
• Provide service coordination to an assigned caseload, including coordinating the development, monitoring, and review of the Individual Family Service Plan.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Productivity bonus for salaried staff
• Generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time
• Paid holiday time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Voluntary benefits
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Monthly performance-based incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time