Child Development Specialist

Therappy; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Toys reimbursement

Medical insurance

PTO (paid time off)

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Maxima Therapy in Hayward, CA seeks a Child Development Specialist to deliver 1:1 services to birth to 3-year-olds in home or daycare settings. The role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and using dedicated software for client matching to ensure optimal outcomes.

You will develop individual treatment plans, maintain timely notes, and coordinate with clinicians as needed. A flexible schedule and supportive environment are offered.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Proof of immunization records and a valid driver’s license.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.
• Experience with developmentally delayed children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 therapy to birth to 3-year-olds at home or daycare.
• Develop treatment plans and record progress.
• Collaborate with clinicians to ensure quality of care.
• Educate and support parents.
• Maintain reliable transportation and safety during visits.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Immunization records

Multilingual (a plus)

Education

Degree in related field

Job description

Are you interested in joining a fun and collaborative organization devoted to helping children overcome challenges? We are currently looking to hire a Child Development Specialists to join our interdisciplinary team. The position entails a flexible work schedule, providing individual services to children from birth to 3 years of age with varying delays at clients homes and/or daycare. We offer competitive rates of up to $35 per hour*, mileage and toys reimbursement. We also have an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes medical insurance, paid time off (PTO), and a flexible schedule .

Schedule:

• We use proprietary software and AI for clinician-client matching
• Clinicians have autonomy to select clients
• Client selection can occur at clinicians convenience

Duties:

• 1:1 treatment in clients homes or daycare centers
• Provide parent education, training, and support
• Collaborate with other clinicians as needed/requested to ensure quality of care
• Develop treatment plans, take session notes, submit progress reports in a timely manner
• Previous experience working with developmentally delayed children and/or a degree in related field
• Positive, high energy, enthusiastic, and flexible demeanor
• Reliable car, proof of auto insurance, and a valid drivers license
• Proof of immunization records, CPR certification, and current, negative TB test
• Strong work ethic, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; team-oriented
• Multilingual speaking/reading/writing skills are a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Therapy activities may require playing on the floor or settings where the furniture is child-sized
• Careful attention to the safety of the client and surroundings is required
• Sudden and quick movements may be required
• Walking, occasional running, standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting,
• Reaching above the head, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Sustained physical activity may be required for up to 60 minutes

*Pay Rate: The professional rate for this position is up to $35/hr for time spent in sessions providing therapy services directly to the consumer; drive time and mileage reimbursement will be compensated at the applicable minimum wage and mileage reimbursement rate. The actual wage rate offered will vary based on several key factors including, but not limited to, the candidates skill set, proficiency in relevant languages, years of professional experience, and the geographical location of the candidate.

Maxima Therapy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law and the regulatory requirements applicable to our business.