Early Intervention Developmental Specialist (Birth-3)

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Professional growth

Supportive team culture

Stability & opportunity

Comprehensive benefits

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is seeking a Developmental Specialist to support children from birth to age three in family homes or community settings. You will develop play-based activities aligned with family priorities to foster developmental growth.

You will partner with families to create plans, help access community resources, follow DPH regulations, and document progress while adapting activities to diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, education, or special education (required).
• Experience with infants, toddlers, and families.
• Strong knowledge of infant/child development and treatment approaches.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with internet, word processing, and email systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with families to develop and implement fun, individualized activities supporting developmental goals.
• Collaborate with families to create treatment plans and access community resources.
• Provide services in accordance with DPH regulations.
• Adapt activities across settings to engage children in their natural environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes.

Skills

Knowledge of infant & child dev

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual encouraged

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE / Child Development / Education / Special Education

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is seeking a Developmental Specialist to support children from birth to age three in family homes or community settings. You will develop play-based activities aligned with family priorities to foster developmental growth.

You will partner with families to create plans, help access community resources, follow DPH regulations, and document progress while adapting activities to diverse environments.