Excellent opportunity to join our amazing Early Intervention team as an Early Childhood Developmental Specialist!

　　The Early Childhood Developmental Specialist :

　　participates on our interdisciplinary Early Intervention (EI) team providing home-based clinical services to families with children (0-3 years) who have or are at risk for developmental delays or disorders

　　completes initial intakes and developmental assessments, and partners with families to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) based on family’s goals, priorities and routines

　　implements the IFSP through relationship-based services, which focus on supporting the caregiver’s interactions with their child

　　supports overall development with particular attention to the social-emotional well-being of children and their families

　　may lead and/or support group activities

　　provides services via Tele-Health as needed the within context of safety, funder regulations, and treatment needs

　　The Early Childhood Developmental Specialist ensures the delivery of high quality, developmentally sound and progressive services that are consistent with both DPH and Riverside Community Care standards.

　　Home visiting families with very young children is fascinating and challenging work. We believe in supporting staff so they can, in turn, support families and deepen their clinical knowledge and skills. Employee support includes thoughtful on-boarding, weekly clinical supervision from a qualified supervisor and regular team meetings that focus on peer supervision, reflective practice and exploration of our work.

　　Please include a cover letter when submitting your resume.

　　Why You'll Love Riverside

　　We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.

　　Benefits include:

　　Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options

　　Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care

　　Eleven paid holidays

　　Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time

　　Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match

　　Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan

　　Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring

　　Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events

　　Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee

　　Learn more about our benefits and culture:

　　Our Benefits (https://www.riversidecc.org/careers/employee-benefits/)

　　Our Culture

　　Hear what employees think about working for Riverside (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yh5_qJ-SZ7o) !

　　Required Skills

　　Excellent communication and organizational skills required

　　Good computer skills

　　Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

　　Required Experience

　　Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood required; Master’s degree preferred. CEIS preferred

　　At least one year experience with infant/toddler development, early intervention or special needs is required; experience with autism preferred.

　　Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.