About this opportunity
HDE lists this Bilingual Early Intervention Developmental Therapist opportunity in kernersville, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Teachers and former teachers take your career to the next level by sharing your child development experience and expertise in North Carolina's early intervention program. Come and make a positive impact in the lives of children and their families today! We are a rapidly growing Developmental Therapy agency serving multiple areas within North Carolina. We are seeking new and experienced Developmental Therapists to join our team.
Perks of joining our team:
Weekly pay
Bonus program
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Common Backgrounds within this role:
Teachers
Former teachers
Former homeschool educators
Former childcare providers
Speech, OT, and PT students or graduates who already possess an applicable bachelor's degree and some early childhood experience
What you'll do as a Developmental Therapist/Special Instruction Provider:
Serve families with children ages birth-3 who are working on IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) goals related to developmental delays and/or other special needs
Provide family-centered support utilizing a coaching model to increase parental confidence and competence in navigating early childhood with developmental delays/special needs
Provide evidence-based developmental therapy support and interventions to assist families in meeting IFSP goals, which often includes supporting children with language development, behavior management, SEL, and functional/daily skills
Conduct therapy sessions in natural learning environments with the most common environments to include: family homes, school/early childhood care centers, playgrounds, clinics, and hospitals
Travel throughout the areas you serve for family sessions ranging between 45-60 minutes once or twice a week as determined by the IFSP
Communicate effectively and reliably with clients, families, and other team members
Exhibit stellar organization as you schedule and consistently meet with families on your caseload
Collect data and relevant notes to be submitted according to established deadlines
Attend IFSP and provider meetings as needed
Complete required early intervention-related trainings and professional development annually to maintain compliance and expand your skill set even further as you serve families with up-to-date, best practices
Join our team and have a flexible schedule and autonomy over the size of your caseload. Caseloads begin at part-time with potential for growth, if you desire and serve well as a reliable provider.
Requirements: (non-negotiable):
B.A in Early Childhood or Special Education, BA in Psychology, Birth-Kindergarten Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, Counseling, Human Development, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work or another human services field
Ability to pass Federal and State Background Checks
Driver's License with valid insurance and reliable transportation
Excellent written & oral communication skills
Organization skills
Reliability and responsiveness
Willing to start Part-Time with room to grow your caseload to the desired size
Experience:
Required:
At least 1 year of child development or early childhood related experience
Preferred:
3+ years of child development or early childhood related experience
Early intervention experience
Experience serving on an interdisciplinary team
Some knowledge of various pediatric therapy disciplines and case management
Worksite address
kernersville, NC, 27285, US
Who can apply
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