Bilingual Developmental Specialist or Developmental Specialist - Lawrence

Description

Our Early Intervention Program has expanded to serve children and families in the Greater Lowell area to include eight additional communities. We serve children and families in Andover, North Andover, Lawrence, Methuen, Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Dunstable, Lowell, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro, and Westford.

For more than 50 years, Partners in Child Development, a non-profit, human service organization, has been dedicated to nurturing the growth and potential of every child. We are passionate and committed to helping children and their families with programs focused on a child’s development and well-being through Early Intervention services, early childhood education, and special education including therapeutic programs for children with complex medical needs.

As a leader in Early Intervention services, our program has earned a reputation as an invaluable resource for parents, caregivers, and children, offering therapeutic services that dramatically improve outcomes for children ages 0-3 who have or are at risk for developmental delays.

All new hires participate in a paid onboarding program learning how Early Intervention helps children and families in home-based settings or childcare sites. This program ensures our new employees are provided with a supportive environment to learn, establish solid working relationships, participate in personal development and mentoring programs, as well as create your own flexible full or part-time work schedule.

The Bilingual Developmental Specialist or Developmental Specialist working in the Lawrence area is a member of a multi-disciplinary team providing in-home and childcare center EI services for children ages 0-3 who have or are at risk for developmental delays or have a diagnosed disability. This position contributes to the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) including strategies and family outcomes addressing the child’s individual needs.

The Bilingual DS or DS provides individualized, developmentally appropriate resources and activities for the child and family utilizing parent coaching, participation in screenings, assessments, child and parent groups, center, and home visits.

This position services clients through coordination and collaboration with team members, public/private, and community service providers.

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Child Development Education or Child Studies, or in a related area with coursework reflecting at least 4 approved 3-credit courses on infants, toddlers, and/or families.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a pediatric setting working with children under the age of 5. Early Intervention experience highly desired.
• Experience working with children with developmental delays or disabilities preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients. Bilingual in Spanish/English is strongly preferred, but will consider non-bilingual candidates.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Current, valid driver’s license and the ability to provide proof of insurance coverage for travel between home visits.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmental milestones and delays in children, as well as the impact of emotional, behavioral, and neurological disabilities on the child’s functioning and development.
• Sufficient computer and technical skills to complete position required documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, team members, and other professionals.
• Outstanding time management, organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, empathy, and compassion for children and families.
• History of maintaining client confidentiality, professional boundaries, displaying integrity, and credibility.

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PCD is proud to offer a supportive team environment with ongoing support and mentoring, as well as a great benefits package including:

• Family Friendly, Flexible Schedules
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation with 1 week of sick time and 13 paid holidays
• Medical:
  Numerous medical plan choices. Generous company contribution
• Dental:
  Company paid premiums for employee coverage
• Vision:
  Annual exam, allowance toward contacts & glasses
• Productivity Incentive Program
• Mileage Reimbursement & Company-provided cell phones
• Registered Dietitian Services
• Life & Disability Insurances:
  Company paid
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program including child & elder care & work-life solution location services, legal guidance, identity theft support, and financial planning
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ongoing Employee Recognition Programs
• Generous Employee Referral bonuses
• Clinical supervision, mentoring, professional development & training opportunities