What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parent Wonders : Infant Family Support Specialist position at Developmental Services Center?
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Make a difference with DSC!
Founded in 1972, DSC provides educational, professional, residential and behavioral support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties. We have an excellent work environment where you will be part of a team that is positive, caring and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people to whom we provide services. If you are seeking a rewarding and fulfilling job, we are currently hiring for the position of Parent Wonders : Infant Family Support Specialist .
RESPONSIBILITIES :
As an Infant Family Support Specialist, you will be engaged in challenging and rewarding work with developmentally at-risk children (ages 0 to 3) and families in rural Champaign County. You will also be responsible for assessing family strengths and needs; partnering with families to develop individual service plans; conducting home visits and parent groups that promote positive, meaningful parent-child interaction, and recording child and parent progress. Each day, you will be engaged in a variety of rewarding work where you will play an integral role in the success of the company and our mission to support people to live a rich and meaningful life.
REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Early Childhood or a closely related field; Master’s preferred
Experience working with families, preferably experience with teen parent and other at-risk populations.
Knowledge of infant / toddler development and strong promotion, prevention and intervention foundation.
Ability to work with computer database systems.
Transportation and adequate auto insurance required.
Bilingual (Spanish / English) desired.
Full COVID-19 vaccination required.
HOURS :
40 hours a week
WHAT WE OFFER YOU :
Competitive Pay
Medical and dental coverage (starts first day of employment)
Health reimbursement account (HRA) and flex spending account (FSA)
Life and disability insurance (starts first day of employment)
Voluntary vision coverage
Voluntary legal insurance and identity theft protection
401(k) retirement plan with immediate participation and a percentage employer match after 1 year
Employee referral program (up to $400 per referral)
21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
Family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee events
Employee assistance program
APPLY :
In person at DSC to complete an electronic application, located at 1304 W. Bradley Avenue in Champaign, IL 61821. Or online at https : / / www.dsc-illinois.org / about_us / employment_opportunities.html. EOE
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