Early Interventionist/ Infant Development Specialist (EI/IDS), Clinic Based
About The Position
Ascend Rehab Services is hiring an experienced and passionate Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist (IDS) to join our team in Hayward, CA. This position is based in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting—not home-based—and focuses on supporting toddlers ages 18 to 36 months with developmental delays. The ideal candidate would start on a part time to full time basis with our AM class between 8:30am - 1pm but there is flexiblity. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, IDSs) to provide services that promote developmental milestones through direct instruction and caregiver coaching. If you want a meaningful, team-oriented role with growth potential, join us!
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in early intervention (ages 0–3)
- Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (Master’s a plus)
- Strong knowledge of typical and atypical development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Clinic or preschool experience strongly preferred
Nice To Haves
- Spanish-speaking is a plus
Responsibilities
- Provide direct instruction to toddlers in a clinic/preschool setting
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
- Conduct developmental assessments and write reports
- Coach caregivers during sessions to support carryover of skills
- Collaborate with other specialists and participate in team meetings
- Contribute to IFSP goals and documentation
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $50,000–$85,000/year
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO and paid holidays
- CEU/study group reimbursement
- Fringe reimbursement (phone, internet, etc.)
- Mileage and travel time reimbursement (if applicable)
- Paid mentorship and career support
- Employee referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
