Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

Criterion Child Enrichment•Gardner, MA

About The Position

Criterion Child Enrichment’s Early Intervention programs serve families with children from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays or are at risk for developmental delays. The program’s primary focus is to educate, train, and support families so children can learn and grow. Services are provided in homes, at early intervention centers, and in the community. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with a $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 or laptop and a cell phone.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or 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 for an assigned caseload, including coordinating the development, monitoring, and review of the Individual Family Service Plan.