Early Intervention Specialist-Occupational Therapist

Prince William County Government • Prince William County, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Infant and Toddler Connection (ITC) of Greater Prince William is looking for a full-time Occupational Therapist/Early Intervention Specialist to join our team of early intervention professionals providing specialized services to eligible infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. Our EI Specialists provide direct services to children and families to help them achieve their outcomes, providing services in their natural environment, during their daily activities and routines while using the coaching style of interaction to build the family’s capacity to support their infants’ and toddlers’ development; provide education to staff and families to empower them to help their infants’ and toddlers’ progress with developmental skills. Collaborate with a diverse team of EI Specialists to provide excellent services to the infants and toddlers in our community. Perform related work as required. Come grow with us and our infants and toddlers. Contribute to a strong interdisciplinary clinical team. Share your knowledge with staff and families to reach our program goal of helping infants and toddlers develop to their fullest potential. Prince William County Community Services is located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. This position qualifies for a $5,000 hiring bonus. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $2,500 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The final $2,500 installment will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy with 1-2 years' experience working with infants/toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities
• Virginia license to practice as an Occupational Therapist.
• Must have or be eligible for Part C Certification as an EI Professional.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a DMV record check
• Must pass TB test
• Must pass and maintain first aid and CPR certification
• Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint-based National Criminal History Record Check
• Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglect maintained by the Department of Social Services

Nice To Haves

• Previous Part C experience preferred/not required.
• Spanish speaking preferred/not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly eligibility determination, assessment service planning and IFSP development.
• Provide ongoing and formal assessment of clients using a standardized tool (Hawaii Early Learning Profile (HELP) or other approved developmental assessment tool).
• Work directly with families as part of their IFSP team to provide services specific to your discipline (OT) in the child’s natural environment, using a coaching-style interaction.
• Follow Part C practices outlined in the Practice Manual, including the Primary Service Provider model.
• Know community and professional resources to support families.
• Document in a timely and organized manner in our Electronic Health Record.
• Complete Fidelity Assessments as required by Virginia or ITC of Greater Prince William County.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision.
• Participate and contribute to Quality Assurance efforts.

Benefits

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities
• Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level