Child Development Specialist

Company Description(s): We are a multi-disciplinary therapy agency that provides Early Start (birth-3) services (Speech, OT, PT, Child Development) to our young clientele in a natural environment/home-based therapy model. All clientele are provided services in both a consultative and direct therapy model on a weekly and bi-monthly basis and as authorized by our local Regional Center.

Job Description:

• Provide evaluations, reports, goals, direct therapy and consultation services to both Early Start and their families
• Implement and collaborate with trans-disciplinary team services to children with a variety of developmental and diagnostic indicators (Autism, Down Syndrome, etc)
• Attend and report at multi-disciplinary team meetings on a bi-annual and annual basis as requested and indicated by the Early Start program
• Provide consultation services to parents/caregivers, teachers, and to community specialists and professionals regarding client progress and recommendations

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) a) Current California Education Specialist Credential OR b) Added Authorization in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) granted by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC)
• 1-2 years’ experience working with children and families preferred and have a core knowledge of infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities, Early Start eligibility requirements, the IFSP process in accordance with current federal and state laws/regulations, tools for evaluations and the ability to develop functional outcomes for children and families
• Ability to drive to all home-based therapy appointments in the assigned area
• Spanish Language skills preferred but not required (written and verbal)
• Strong report writing skills for multi-disciplinary reports
• Demonstrate solid professional communication and the ability to work with a variety of therapists, specialists, families and community professionals (Regional Center, social workers, psychologists, physicians)
• Must possess proof of a valid California driver's license and auto insurance

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary commensurate on experience
• Health insurance benefits for full-time employees
• 401 K
• Mentoring and highly supportive work environment
• Flexible hours and schedule
• Will consider covering phone costs through the agency’s phone carrier (if at least 20/hours per week)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How many years of professional experience do you have working with children birth to 3 years old?
• Will you be able to provide in-person/at-home services in the Santa Maria area?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person