Early Intervention Specialist Job at Kennedy-Donovan Center, Attleboro, MA

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  • Kennedy-Donovan Center
  • Attleboro, MA

Job Description

At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrive, no matter the circumstances.

About this role:

This role is part of a team of specialists that provide family-centered services that support and enable families to meet their child’s individual needs through education, training and support. You will work closely with and learn from a team of specialists who are experts in children’s physical development, cognitive development, communication, social or emotional development, and adaptive development. In addition to on-the-job learning, KDC offers professional development activities and training necessary to maintain relevant certification/licensure in accordance with your professional discipline and EI Operational Standards.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm

We are looking for people who: 

  • Meet MA Early Intervention Operational Standards in relation to educational and experience requirements.  Early Intervention policies | Mass.gov
  • Bachelors degree, or higher, in one or more of the following fields:
    • Infants and toddlers (includes Early Intervention and early childhood education)
    • Child development or child studies
    • Education or special education
    • Four 3 credit courses focused on child development
  • 300+ hours of experience with children under the age of 5 years old, unless licensed, required.
  • Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle, required,

The physical requirements for this role: 

  • Frequent movement within classroom including but not limited to: kneeling, bending, sitting, lifting, and positioning of students 
  • Operation of adaptive and specialized equipment 
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds alone, 51+ pounds with the assistance of another person or adaptive equipment 
  • Ability to physically assist individuals as determined by their needs 
  • Ability to tolerate significant amounts of walking, standing, and sitting 

In this role, you'll get to:

  • Primarily work with families at in-person home visits with the option of telehealth at the family's request.
  • Partner with families to identify each child’s strengths and developmental needs. Together develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
  • Work closely with a transdisciplinary team on program planning and delivery of services for families by providing intake, screening, assessments, and ongoing service coordination according to agency and DPH standards.
  • Oversee case management and referral services to assigned caseload, including participation in interagency case conferences
  • Conduct home visits to provide developmental stimulation, parent training, and support
  • Facilitate parent/child and/or child groups to help children thrive within their family and communities
  • Complete reports of assessments, progress reports, IFSPs, and discharge summaries
  • Maintain appropriate communication with physicians, clinics, and community agencies participating in each child’s care
  • Provide information to parents that enable them to make informed decisions for their child's progress
  • This role allows for flexibility in creating your own schedule to visit with families

KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Work from home, Monday to Friday,

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