Early Intervention Specialist
About The Position
Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. Early Intervention Specialist Therapeutic Part-Time: Monday through Friday, afternoons and evenings, approximately 28 hrs/week $19.20/hr Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish) Raising a child with a developmental disability is a journey that takes knowledge, love, patience, and support. You will be part of a team that provides in-home early intervention specialized services for infants and toddlers where they can naturally learn and develop.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and two year’s experience working with infants or young children and their parents preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid Child Center Permit Teaching Credential Therapy or Nursing License preferred
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills to manage relationships
- A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do
- Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Nice To Haves
- Valid Child Center Permit Teaching Credential Therapy or Nursing License preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule and provide weekly early educational in-home services for a caseload of infant/toddlers with disabilities including developmental delays and programs for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
- Administer and document all program assessments and updates accurately to meet timelines.
- Design, implement, and adapt activities for language, cognitive, fine and gross motor, sensory, self-help, and social/emotional development, for each individual child, utilizing best practices.
- Model effective adult-child interactions and provide written information on parenting, child development, and provide parents with written weekly activities and effective coaching.
- Monitor, document, and share the child’s progress with the family and team.
Benefits
- Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
- Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
- Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
