What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Intervention Associate for Birth To Three (Developmental Therapy Associate) position at Eastconn?
Early Intervention Associate (Developmental Therapy Associate for Birth To Three program)
Full Time - 40 hours/week
Northeast Region
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-successful completion of the Connecticut Birth To Three System Initial Certificate
-provide home-based services to families with children ages birth to three years old with developmental delays
-provide special instruction using the coaching model of instruction as a guide
-ability to modify instruction and take direction from lead specialist including Developmental Therapist, Speech/Language Pathologist, Psychologist, Physical Therapist, and/or Occupational Therapist.
-organizational skills to collect data during home-visit sessions
-planning for home-visit sessions using the IFSP outcomes
-communicate effectively orally and through written session notes with colleagues, families and child care providers
-acting as a service coordinator after successful completion of the CT Birth To Three System service coordination training;
-visiting completed in natural setting - home, community, childcare, preschool (must have own car, current drivers license and proof of current auto insurance); and,
-other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in early childhood education/development, special education, human services or related fields. Must have current automobile license through the Department of Motor Vehicles and maintain licensure as a condition of employment.
Preferred Criteria:
Fluent bilingual (English/Spanish) skills.
Working Conditions:
-Must be able to work independently, providing services in family/caregiver homes, centers and in the community as well as work in conjunction with other providers as part of a trans disciplinary team.
At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.
As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.
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