Birth to Three Developmental Therapist (DT) - Home Based

TrulyHired; Cromwell (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Beacon Services of Connecticut seeks a certified Developmental Therapist to deliver in-home early intervention for children from birth to three years old. You will assess developmental skills and implement individualized interventions within a multidisciplinary team that supports families on a local level.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, ongoing professional development, and a flexible, family-centered approach across Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• CT teaching certification in Early Childhood Special Education required.
• Infant/Toddler Family Specialist Credential with endorsement #123 can be considered for a Developmental Therapy Specialist (DSP).

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home services for birth to three.
• Evaluate child’s development across domains and design interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support families.
• Communicate progress and goals with families and caregivers.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Goal Setting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

Certified Early Childhood Special Education Educator/Developmental Therapist

Beacon Services of Connecticut provides early intervention specialty services to families and young children across Connecticut. Our regional team of educators and clinicians work together to provide high quality supports based on best practices. Whether you are new to the profession or looking for a change, we offer a rewarding career path with flexible schedules and a supportive work environment.

Job Description

Our Developmental Therapists provide in-home services for children between the ages of birth to three. At the outset, they assist in evaluating a child's skills across a variety of developmental domains and then use this information to develop and implement interventions. Developmental Therapists work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support families and children as they learn and grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Current CT teaching certification in Early Childhood Special Education required (#112, #113, #065, #165, #265, #055, #059, #057)
• Candidates with an Infant, Toddler, Family Specialist Credential from the Connecticut Birth to Three System with endorsement #123 can be considered for a Developmental Therapy Specialist (DSP)

Important Skills

• Strong communication skills to confidently explain information and converse with families
• Strong organizational skills
• A team work mindset to effectively collaborate with a team of peers
• The ability to work with families to set and achieve realistic goals

Working Conditions

• Strong focus on professional development and training
• Delivering in home supports within a designated region-some travel required
• Weekly virtual team collaboration meetings

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Sick)

Please visit our website at www.beaconct.org to learn more about our organization!

Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law.