About the Role
Per Diem rate: $20.00-$28.00/hour
Benefits:
• Sick Pay: up to 10 sick days. PTO is available for full-time. Enjoy 10 days of paid time off, in addition to paid holidays.
• Medical Membership: Take advantage of our employer-sponsored medical membership. We also offer Aflac for regular or unexpected health visits.
• Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with our 401k retirement plan
• Mileage Reimbursement
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Early Intervention Developmental Specialist to join our team, focusing on early intervention services. In this role, you will work closely with children aged 0-5 years and their families to assess, diagnose, and support their developmental needs.
Flexible Scheduling Hours: We offer flexible scheduling hours to accommodate work-life balance and individual preferences. We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life integration and strive to provide a supportive and accommodating work environment.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Complete developmental assessments and reports
Provides home visits to families, to support parent/child interactions through developmentally appropriate play activities.
Will check in with families of the program.
Educate parents and implement an early intervention plan.
Create a positive and nurturing environment for the children/infants.
Perform a variety of tasks defined on the IFSP for staff.
Attend monthly and weekly staff meetings.
Provide support in parent/child or parent/teacher interaction that encourages developmentally appropriate activities for the changing needs of infants and toddlers.
Contribute to various reports such as progress reports for IFSPs, within timelines.
Maintain confidentiality with respect to information and records concerning children, families and staff in compliance with HIPAA standards.
Competent with electronic documentation.
Carry a caseload and travel to each home as needed using own transportation.
Maintain car insurance and car maintenance.
Assist in organizational committees to improve services and family support .
Use SMS messaging consistently to keep communication flowing between team members.
Education and Training Requirements:
An EIS possesses at a minimum of an bachelor's degree in Early Intervention, Child Development or closely related field
ALTERNATE REQUIREMENT ACCEPTED - AA degree in Child Development or related field plus the equivalent of associate teacher California Child Development permit (12 units) plus coursework to meet EIA competencies, including supervised fieldwork in early intervention AND 4 years of experience working as an EIA.
Additional Requirements:
Strong knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis techniques
- Experience in providing skilled developmental support to children
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and families
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
About the Company
S P O T, Inc. is a leading provider of pediatric therapy services in Northern California. We specialize in early intervention for children aged 0-3 years and have recently opened an out-patient clinic for children 0-18. Our team of dedicated professionals includes Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Early Childhood Education Teachers. We are committed to providing high-quality therapy services that make a positive impact on the lives of the children and families we serve.
About Redding, California: Redding, California, is a vibrant and picturesque city surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and boating in the nearby mountains and lakes. Redding offers a friendly community, affordable cost of living, and a family-friendly environment. To explore the beauty of Redding, check out "Exploring REDDING (a Northern California GEM!) I Waterfalls, FOOD, Castle Crags, & MORE!" on YouTube.