Early Interventionist - Physical Therapist

HIT • Dickinson, ND

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About The Position

The Early Interventionist works with children from birth to 36 months who are eligible for services through the Key Infant Development Services (K.I.D.S.) Program. The role is assigned families eligible for infant development and provides home-based, family-focused information, support, and training to help families meet their child’s needs.

As the primary early intervention provider, the Early Interventionist works directly with parents to train them in carrying out priorities and outcomes, criteria, and age-appropriate activities in the child’s natural environment and daily routines, as indicated by the child’s I.F.S.P. Services take place at the child’s residence, requiring travel throughout an eight-county area. The position supports the mission and organizational goals of HIT.

Requirements

• Graduate with at least a B.S. or B.A. degree in education, special education, early childhood special education, social work, or a health care-related field such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech/Language Pathology, or Nursing.
• Meet applicable personnel categories and early intervention roles approved under the North Dakota Early Intervention Birth to Three System Personnel Standards.
• Hold valid North Dakota licensure in the professional area of expertise or certification as referenced in the licensure/certification column of the North Dakota Early Intervention Birth to Three System Personnel Standards.
• Have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• If the driver’s license is from another state, obtain a North Dakota license within 60 days of hire.
• Be competent in the general development of children from birth to 3 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based, family-focused information, support, and training to families of eligible children from birth to 36 months.
• Work directly with parents to train them in carrying out priorities and outcomes, criteria, and age-appropriate activities.
• Support children’s development within their natural environments and daily routines as indicated by their I.F.S.P.
• Travel to children’s homes throughout an eight-county area to deliver services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time