Indiana First Steps Developmental Therapist

Pediatric Therapy, LLC; Terre Haute, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Flexible schedules

Bonuses & growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

Job summary

Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) is seeking an Indiana First Steps Developmental Therapist to support pediatric clients from birth to age 3 in natural environments such as homes and daycares. This role emphasizes family-centered coaching and collaborative care with an interdisciplinary team.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in early childhood or special education (or related field with child development coursework) and the ability to travel within the service area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood or special education (with an early childhood focus).
• Bachelor’s degree in communication disorders may be considered for a DT-C role.
• Related degrees may qualify with at least 15 hours of child development coursework.
• Prefer at least one year of Part C early intervention experience (DT-EC).
• Must be able to travel to homes, daycares, and community settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide treatment for pediatric patients birth to 3 in physical, social-emotional, self-help, communication, and cognitive development.
• Work in children's natural environments (homes, daycares, community centers) and possibly other offices.
• Treat cognitive and social interaction skills to maximize functioning and prevent regression.
• Develop and implement IFSPs with caregivers and interdisciplinary team via a Coaching Model.
• Document treatment sessions and progress reports; maintain licensure and ethical standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or special education (early childhood focus)

Bachelor’s degree in communication disorders (DT-C path)

Related degrees with 15 hours child development coursework

Experience with Part C early intervention (DT-EC)

Ability to travel to homes/daycares/community settings

Excellent communication skills (oral & written)

Job description

Description

Indiana First Steps Developmental Therapist

Location: Natural environment

Making a difference and helping kids shine, one session at a time.

At Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT), we don’t just offer therapy, we build brighter futures through compassionate, individualized care. As a therapist with APT, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that puts kids and families first, all in a fun, energizing environment designed to help everyone thrive (including you!).

What Makes APT Different?

We do things differently, and it shows.

Client-Focused Care =

No cookie cutter plans

Diverse Caseloads =

Avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” approach

Family-First Mindset =

We care for the whole child

Run by Clinicians =

You’re never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Mentorship:

Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship.

Flexible Schedules:

Because life outside of work matters, too!

Bonuses + Growth Opportunities:

Your work is valued, and your goals matter.

Amazing Benefits:

Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance – we’ve got you covered.

Clinician Run Company:

You’ll be supported by people who get the work you do.

What You’ll Do:

• The primary responsibility of a Indiana First Steps provider is to evaluate and provide treatment for pediatric patients between the ages of birth and three years with needs in the areas of physical, social-emotional, self-help, communication, and cognitive development.
• First Steps at APT, while working primarily in children’s natural environments (homes, daycares, community centers, etc.) also have the opportunity to work in other APT offices and contract locations, depending on the counties/areas served.

First Steps Developmental Therapist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements:

• Treat children from birth to age 3 for cognitive and social interaction skills to achieve highest level of functioning and to prevent regression.
• Work closely with patients’ caregivers and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) through a Coaching Model.
• Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
• Maintain professional/technical competencies and proficiencies for job responsibilities and uphold federal/state licensure and ethical expectations.

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood or special education (with an early childhood focus)
• Individuals with a bachelor’s degree in communication disorders (including a bachelor’s degree in speech and language) may be considered for a more specific communication-focused role (DT-C)
• Individuals with related degrees may be considered if they have completed at least 15 hours of academic coursework related to child development
• Preferred candidates have at least one year of experience providing Part C early intervention services, and would be considered as an early childhood specialist (DT-EC)
• Ability to travel to homes, daycares, and other community settings within the service area
• Ability to adapt to needs of patients and caregivers within their natural environments
• Ability to be flexible with patients and re-schedule as needed
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written

• First-year developmental therapists with no previous Part C early intervention experience must enroll at the associate level (DT-A) and receive one year of supervision to ensure professional competency.
• After one year of supervision, DT-A may request enrollment as DT-EC or DT-C

See why we are proud to work at APT:

Watch the Video:

https://youtu.be/sAaIFxeMmaU

More info available at:

http://www.kidtherapy.org/careers

Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.