Developmental Specialist

Job description-Developmental Specialist

Do you enjoy working with a team of caring and talented people with a passion for helping their community? South Sound Parent to Parent (SSP2P) is a non-profit with a high level of commitment to families and caregivers of children with disabilities. We are, among other things, the Early Intervention Provider Agency in Thurston, S. Mason and Grays Harbor Counties for Early Support for Infants and Toddlers. We have a unique office setting where team work is valued and a strong work-life balance is encouraged. Information about our agency can be found at www.ssp2p.org

Purpose:

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees and respect their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We embrace diversity and equality in a serious way. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better family outcomes. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and views. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Position Summary: The Developmental Specialist role will provide Evaluation and Special Instruction for Birth to Three families.

Job Type: Full-time: 40 hours/week

Salary: From $24 per hour

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Work Location: Thurston county

Willingness to Travel:

· 75% (Preferred)

Ability to commute/relocate:

· Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

We offer:

· Flexible schedule and casual office environment

· Medical, dental, vision

· EAP benefits

· 401k Retirement plan with match

· Paid time off accrued at .07/hour worked with rollover at end of year

· Paid Flex Time - 2 weeks given the first of each year. Does not rollover

· Paid Holidays (11 total)

· Paid Bereavement Leave

· Paid Jury Duty

· Paid Family Medical Leave paid at 100% for up to 12 weeks

· Continuing Education Stipend up to $5000

· Mileage Reimbursement

· Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer

· 1:1 mentoring for new graduates or PTs new to Birth to Three

Developmental Specialist Duties:

· Work as a team member of a transdisciplinary early intervention group

· Participate and effectively collaborate with the whole team (which includes families) decisions during all aspects of early intervention

· Provide emotional support and coaching for families

· Provide Special Instruction home visitation (in person and virtual) as primary service provider when team determines to this as best for successful child/family outcome

· Complete consultations and/or evaluations (DAYC and/or DECA) of children participating in the early intervention program

· Provide timely written evaluation reports that are thorough and high-quality to be accessed by a variety of team members/family/other professionals. Present reports to families with explanation of testing scores and eligibility determination.

· Document and maintain record of services and communication with families in the ESIT database.

· Complete documentation of visit by completing home visiting log and distributing to the family and other providers.

· Attend all staff meetings, specialist meetings, and training opportunities.

· Provide input for active families on caseload around service planning and IFSP outcomes.

· Plan home visit strategies and resources for families depending on needs and concerns, and complete home visits with families in whatever way it makes sense to the family and the IFSP, all in a timely manner

· Represent SSP2P in a way that is respectful of families and diversity and actively participate in SSP2P functions (Helping Parent, Support Groups, Events)

Education & Experience:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education or Inclusive Early Childhood Education (Required)

· OR: Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field with transcript review for completed courses in: Child Development, Family Systems/Family Centered Practices, Assessment & Evaluation, and Intervention/Curriculum Development

· Child Development: 2 years (Required)

· Working with children aged 0-3 with disabilities: 2 years (Preferred)

Qualifications:

· Valid Driver’s license with acceptable driving record

· Ability to pass a criminal background check

· A high level of commitment to families and young children

· Respect for unique family cultures; working with diverse populations

· Ability to work with infants and toddlers demonstrating developmental delays

· Help develop strategies with families to support growth and development

· Experience working directly with parents and caregivers; Parent Coaching

· Knowledge and experience with early child development (Birth to Three)

· Experience working with children with disabilities

· Knowledge of Part C/IDEA/Early Intervention

· Knowledge of community resources

· Ability to provide emotional support to families

· Ability to assist families in obtaining services in the community

· Ability to participate as part of a strong team within South Sound Parent to Parent

· Ability to work independently

· Excellent organization skills

· Great attention to detail

· Ability to learn quickly and not afraid to ask a lot of questions!

We are looking for people who:

· Take an inclusive, person-centered approach to work

· Thrive in an atmosphere of fun, positivity, and excitement for life

· Are relationship driven and know how to partner with people from all walks of life to influence great outcomes

· Have solved complex problems with clear, simple, and transparent solutions

· Independent, adaptable and love what they do

· Value diversity and understand how to collaborate with a variety of different people and roles

· Actively listen and learned ability to be comfortable with different people, in different environments

· Are creative. You look for solutions that are outside of the box and can leverage the strengths of the team to increase positive outcomes

· Show strong growth mindset and able to learn from setbacks

South Sound Parent to Parent complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in regard to providing reasonable accommodations when needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

South Sound Parent to Parent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24