Early Intervention Specialist, Developmental Specialist
About The Position
Aspire is seeking qualified, motivated, energetic, and creative professionals to work with children in community-based settings. Aspire Early Intervention focuses on a parent coaching model to support caregivers in helping their child reach their developmental milestones. As an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist, you will be responsible for providing home and community-based early intervention services to children birth to three. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure services are specifically addressing the priorities identified by the family. Join our transdisciplinary team providing home-based assessment, treatment, support, and education services to families with children birth to 3 years of age on the North Shore.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required (Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field)
- Knowledge of basic stages of Infant / Toddler Child Development
- Experience working with children 0-5 years
- Open-minded, culturally competent, and able to interact with families across cultures with diverse values, and beliefs
- A high level of professionalism and organizational skills
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Comfortable with home visiting
- Ability to travel regularly throughout the service area, navigate stairs, carry program materials, and participate in home visits, community visits, and group activities.
- Ability to work in homes with pets, allergens, and differing home conditions while maintaining a respectful family-centered approach.
- Must have a valid (within the past two years) physical or Doctor's letter verifying ability to satisfy the above requirements and maintain throughout employment.
- Mature and stable individual who is able to cope with the emotional demands of working with families experiencing stress, trauma, economic hardship, and other life challenges.
- Must meet all requirements for program certification, training, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care for a caseload of children and implement their Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) through case management and home visiting as a member of the transdisciplinary team.
- Utilize assessment tools to provide developmental evaluations that inform the development of IFSP outcomes.
- Facilitate small group sessions that encourage early social emotional development and parent support.
Benefits
- Flexible Schedule
- Family Hours
- 20 Days Paid Time Off (3 Weeks PTO & 1 Week Sick)
- Additional week after 3 years employment and ongoing increases based on longevity
- Paid Holidays
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Tax Exempt Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Account
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 403(b) with potential match up to 5%
- Longevity Differential Pay Program
- Educational funds
- Student Loan Reimbursement Programs
- Training Programs
- Professional Development
- Continuing Education Funds
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
