"Early Intervention Specialist I"

Position Summary

This position will plan and perform home visits with eligible children and families in the Boston and Brookline areas. Eligible children are aged to three including patients with established medical/developmental conditions; developmental delays and/or significant risk factors that impact development. This position will be a member of a trans-disciplinary team, working with parents and their children to provide assessment, evaluation, ongoing direct preventative and therapeutic services as well as (IFSP) Individual Family Service Plan coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in assessment, intake and eligibility procedures in manner appropriate to family needs and in compliance with DPH (Department of Public Health) standards.
• Collaborate with families and the Early Intervention team to develop working treatment plans that reflect shared concerns and priorities.
• Serve as primary therapist to eligible children and their families, providing home and center based services, as determined by IFSP (Individual Family Service Plan).
• Provide counseling to parents and their families, helping parents better care for their children physically and emotionally. Assists parents in developing positive interpersonal relationships.
• Lead or assist parent/infant, toddler, or parent groups as determined by family/program needs.
• Initiate contact and advocate for families with other relevant service providers to best serve the family through effective community networking.
• Assist families in the transition of children upon discharge from Early Intervention.
• Educate the community regarding the purpose, function, limits and philosophy of EI.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Life, Psychology or a similar field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Previous experience working with young children (under the age of 5) is required. The ability to conduct regular home visits with our young patients and families is required.