Early Intervention Specialist

Sevita; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Sevita is seeking an Early Intervention Specialist to provide in-home early intervention services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays across Massachusetts. You will work with a dedicated team to design developmentally appropriate activities and document progress for families.

Qualified applicants hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field, have experience with children under 5, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Early Intervention, Early Childhood, Special Education, Child Development or Child Studies.
• Must have experience with children under 5.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a registered vehicle and proof of insurance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
• A compassionate approach and commitment to quality in everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and provide weekly in-home early educational in-home services for a caseload of infant/toddlers with disabilities including developmental delays and programs for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
• Administer and document all program assessments and updates accurately to meet timelines.
• Design, implement, and adapt activities for language, cognitive, fine and gross motor, sensory, self-help, and social/emotional development, for each individual child, utilizing best practices.
• Model effective adult-child interactions and provide written information on parenting, child development, and provide parents with written weekly activities and effective coaching.
• Monitor, document, and share the child’s progress with the family and team.

Skills

Experience with under-5s

Excellent communication

Compassionate approach

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Early Intervention or related field

Job description

Mentor South Bay, provides Early Intervention, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Behavioral Health and Mental Health Outpatient services across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For over 35 years, we’ve provided a collaborative, team-based approach dedicated to helping children, adults, and families reach their fullest potential. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived.

*$3000 New Hire Bonus*

Early Intervention Specialist

Raising a child with a developmental disability is a journey that takes knowledge, love, patience, and support. You will be part of a team that provides in-home early intervention specialized services for infants and toddlers where they can naturally learn and develop.

• Plan, schedule and provide weekly early educational in-home services for a caseload of infant/toddlers with disabilities including developmental delays and programs for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
• Administer and document all program assessments and updates accurately to meet timelines.
• Design, implement, and adapt activities for language, cognitive, fine and gross motor, sensory, self-help, and social/emotional development, for each individual child, utilizing best practices.
• Model effective adult-child interactions and provide written information on parenting, child development, and provide parents with written weekly activities and effective coaching.
• Monitor, document, and share the child’s progress with the family and team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Early Intervention, Early Childhood, Special Education, Child Development or Child Studies.
• Must have experience with children under 5.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships
• A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do

Why Join Us?

Salary range-$59,000-$62,000

• Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law