What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Intervention Specialist, Developmental Specialist position at Aspire Developmental Services Inc?
ASPIRE - North Shore
EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST
- Leading market compensation packages
- Holiday Schedule to improve Work LIFE Balance with paid week closure at year end.
- Opportunity to create impact beyond the classroom!
Create impact beyond the classroom!
If you are interested in being a part of an organization whose mission is a commitment to improving developmental outcomes for infants and toddlers, then Aspire is for you. We are looking for 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.
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.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors Degree required (Child Development, Psychology, 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 drivers license and reliable transportation
- Comfortable with home visiting
BENEFITS
- SCHEDULING: 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 and Paid Holidays
- REIMBURSEMENT: Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement
- COMPEHENSIVE BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance effective on first day with employer contribution, Tax Exempt Flexible Spending Account, Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance, 403(b) with potential match up to 5% & Longevity Differential Pay Program
- LOAN REIMBURSMENT: Student Loan Reimbursement Program & Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- DEVELOPMENT: Training Programs, Professional Development & Continuing Education Funds
