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Kennedy-Donovan Center Developmental Specialist (Bilingual Spanish/English) - Early Intervention in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Are you looking for an organization that allows flexibility in your work schedule?!
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 thrive, no matter the circumstances.
About this role:
The Early Intervention Developmental Specialist is part of a team of specialists that provide family-centered services that support and enable families to meet their child’s individual needs through education, training, and support. This role will work closely and learn from a team of specialists who are experts in children’s physical, cognitive, communication, social, emotional, and adaptive development.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm
We are looking for people who have:
Bachelor's degree, or higher, in one or more of the following fields:
Infants and toddlers (Early Intervention and early childhood education),
Child development or child studies,
Education or special education,
Psychology
300+ hours of experience with children under the age of 5 years old., required.
Bilingual in Spanish/English., required,
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation., required.
The physical requirements for this role:
Frequent movement within classroom including but not limited to: kneeling, bending, sitting, lifting, and positioning of students
Operation of adaptive and specialized equipment
Ability to lift 50 pounds alone, 51+ pounds with the assistance of another person or adaptive equipment
Ability to physically assist individuals as determined by their needs
Ability to tolerate significant amounts of walking, standing, and sitting
In this role, you'll get to:
Partner with families to identify each child’s strengths and developmental needs
Together develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
Work closely with a transdisciplinary team on program planning and delivery of services
Oversee case management and referral services to assigned caseload
Conduct home visits to provide developmental stimulation, parent training, and support
Facilitate parent/child and/or child groups
Complete reports of assessments, progress reports, IFSPs, and discharge summaries
Maintain appropriate communication with physicians, clinics, and community agencies participating in each child’s care
Provide information to parents that enable them to make informed decisions for their child's progress
This role allows for flexibility in creating your own schedule to visit with families!
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!
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