Child Development Specialist

Are you interested in joining a fun and collaborative organization devoted to helping children overcome challenges? We are currently looking to hire a Child Development Specialists to join our interdisciplinary team. The position entails a flexible work schedule, providing individual services to children from birth to 3 years of age with varying delays at clients’ homes and/or daycare. We offer competitive rates of up to $45 per hour*, drive time, mileage, and toy reimbursement. We also have an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes medical insurance, 401K, sick time, paid vacation, and a flexible schedule. We also offer several Continuing Education (CEU) opportunities.

Duties:

• 1:1 treatment in clients’ homes or daycare centers
• Provide parent education, training, and support
• Collaborate with other clinicians as needed/requested to ensure quality of care
• Develop treatment plans, take session notes, submit progress reports in a timely manner

Minimum Requirements:

• Previous experience working with developmentally delayed children and/or a degree in related field
• Positive, high energy, enthusiastic, and flexible demeanor
• Reliable car, proof of auto insurance, and a valid driver’s license
• Proof of immunization records, CPR certification, and current, negative TB test
• Strong work ethic, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; team-oriented
• Multilingual speaking/reading/writing skills are a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Therapy activities may require playing on the floor or settings where the furniture is child-sized
• Careful attention to the safety of the client and surroundings is required
• Sudden and quick movements may be required
• Walking, occasional running, standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting,
• Reaching above the head, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Sustained physical activity may be required for up to 60 minutes

*Pay Rate: The professional rate for this position is up to $45/hr for time spent in sessions providing therapy services directly to the consumer; drive time and mileage reimbursement will be compensated at the applicable minimum wage and mileage reimbursement rate. The actual wage rate offered will vary based on several key factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's skill set, proficiency in relevant languages, years of professional experience, and the geographical location of the candidate.

Maxima Therapy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law and the regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

Talent Acquisition

Maxima Therapy

1 (818) 286-3886

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person