Criterion Child Enrichment - Northampton, MA
posted about 2 months ago
Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level
Northampton, MA
Social Assistance
About the position
The Early Intervention Developmental Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting families with children aged birth to 3 years who have developmental delays or are at risk for such delays. This position focuses on providing education, training, and support to families, utilizing a parent coaching model and collaborating with various community providers to ensure continuity of services. The specialist will work both in home settings and community environments, contributing to the overall development and well-being of young children.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all areas of infant-toddler development.
- Utilize a parent coaching model in work with families.
- Participate in screenings, assessments, child groups, parent groups, center visits, and home visits as a member of a trans-disciplinary team.
- Provide home-based services to families across the catchment area.
- Collaborate with community providers to ensure continuity of services for families including child care providers, medical providers, social service agencies, and specialty providers serving children with autism or hearing/vision loss.
- Provide service coordination to assigned caseload including coordinating the development, monitoring, and review of the Individual Family Service Plan.
Requirements
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree with a major or concentration in infants and toddlers, early childhood education, special education or child studies.
- 300 hours of practicum or work experience with children under five years of age.
- Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Adobe, and Office365 including Outlook, OneDrive, and Teams.
- Ability to use computer-based technology including a computer/laptop and cell phone.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.
Nice-to-haves
- Bilingual/Bicultural candidates encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Competitive wages and compensation
- Health insurance plans
- Productivity bonus for salaried staff
- Generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- Professional development opportunities
- Voluntary benefits
