What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Spec position at Pillar Care Continuum?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Child Development Specialist
Location : Northern New Jersey or Central New Jersey
Job Summary :
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Child Development Specialist to assess, plan, and implement developmental interventions for children with varying needs. The ideal candidate will have experience working with early intervention programs, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and developmental therapies. This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support children in reaching key developmental milestones.
Key Responsibilities :
- Perform evaluations and assessments to determine developmental levels, strengths, and needs of children and families, and participate in the development of IFSPs.
- Create and implement educational activities to help families achieve IFSP outcomes.
- Conduct individual and group educational programs for children, integrating a team-based approach with other therapeutic services.
- Attend team meetings to monitor child progress and collaborate on service planning.
- Provide referrals for additional services, including therapies (Developmental, Physical, Occupational, Speech-Language), Behavioral services, adaptive devices, medical evaluations, or community programs.
- Complete and submit all required documentation within set timelines, including Family Service Notes, Verification Logs, Progress Reports, Incident Reports, and more.
- Engage with childcare providers when applicable and maintain communication with families for carry-over of activities.
- Follow safety and emergency procedures, including universal health precautions to prevent the spread of infectious disease.
- Respond to communications (mail, email, and phone) promptly.
- Mentor or supervise others and / or lead in-service education programs as requested.
- Participate in Regional Collaborative Early Intervention activities and educational programs.
- Travel as a required condition of employment.
- Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor or program director.
Qualifications & Requirements :
