Pediatric Development Therapist - Early Intervention

Friendship Community Care, Inc.; Rogers, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care, Inc. is seeking a Development Therapist to join a pediatrics program in Rogers, AR.

The role includes observation, evaluation, and creating individualized care plans for children, working with an interdisciplinary team to promote growth and kindergarten readiness. The ideal candidate holds a BA in ECSE or ALP in ECSPED, or a related degree, and is or will be certified as a developmental therapist.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Early Childhood Special Education or ALP in ECSPED, or related 4-year degree with relevant experience.
• Must be certified as a developmental therapist by First Connections or eligible to be.
• Experience with Developmental Therapist requirements per First Connections standards.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and evaluate a child’s performance with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete plans of care (ITP/IFSP) and monitor implementation.
• Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, and families to maximize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and documentation daily.
• Contribute to conferences for enrollment, annual reviews, and dismissal.

Skills

Reading & interpreting documents

Mathematical reasoning

Reasoning & problem solving

Developmental disabilities knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ECSE or ALP in ECSPED

Job description

Friendship Community Care, Inc. is seeking a Development Therapist to join a pediatrics program in Rogers, AR.

The role includes observation, evaluation, and creating individualized care plans for children, working with an interdisciplinary team to promote growth and kindergarten readiness. The ideal candidate holds a BA in ECSE or ALP in ECSPED, or a related degree, and is or will be certified as a developmental therapist.