Early Intervention Social Work / Mental Health

Criterion Child Enrichment•Boston, MA

About The Position

The role provides early intervention services to families with children from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays or are at risk for developmental delays. The focus is 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. Part-time and fee-for-service (FFS) positions are available, with performance-based incentives.

Requirements

For Social Work: Master’s degree in Social Work and current licensure as a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
For Mental Health: Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or Educational Psychology; or current licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or eligibility for LMHC or LMFT licensure.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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

Two years of pediatric experience preferred.
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.