Early Intervention Specialist

At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrives; no matter the circumstances.

About this role:

Join a trans-disciplinary team of experts making a difference in the lives of young children. As an Early Intervention Specialist in Kennedy-Donovan Center’s Early Intervention Program, you will be responsible for individualized service plans to help children improve developmental skills in partnership with their families. By providing home-based programming, you can help parents feel confident in supporting their child’s growth long after your visit is over. 

In this role, you'll get to:

• Collaborate as a transdisciplinary team member for program planning and delivery of services, including co-treatments, as well as attending in- service training, team meetings, professional development, and group and individual supervision
• Participate in intake of new client families, as well as in initial assessments and annual evaluations of children and families to contribute to the development of an IFSP
• Provide case management and referral services to assigned caseload, including participation in interagency case conferences
• Provide home visits to assigned caseload, for purposes of providing developmental stimulation, parent training and support, and implementing IFSPs
• Participate in parent and child and/or child groups
• Complete all necessary paperwork, including all client records, narrative reports of assessments, progress reports, IFSPs and discharge summaries
• Maintain appropriate communication with physicians, clinics, and community agencies participating each child’s care
• Maintain compliance with all Kennedy Donovan Center policies, safety and medical standards, procedures, EEC DPH regulations and requirements

We are looking for people who have:

• Bachelors degree, or higher, in one or more of the following fields:
  • Infants and toddlers (includes Early Intervention and early childhood education)
  • Child development or child studies
  • Education or special education
• Four 3 credit courses focused on child development
• 300+ hours of experience with children under the age of 5 years old, unless licensed.
• Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to meet required competency level in Microsoft Office Software
• Must have experience working with children birth to 5 years of age and their families in both home and center settings
• Meet MA Early Intervention Operational Standards in relation to educational and experience requirements. Early Intervention policies | Mass.gov

The physical requirements for this role are:

• Frequent movement within groups including but not limited to kneeling, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling.

KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!