Child Development Specialist

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Easterseals
Los Angeles, California, United States
Full-time

Seeking a full-time member to join our Early Start Developmental Services team to carry out pediatric treatment plans for infants and toddlers with physical and/or developmental delays.  Will provide early intervention services and parent training designed to maximize client and family functioning in the service area between Yuba City and Greater Sacramento.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Will develop family outcomes and plans based upon initial evaluations by the Early Start Developmental Services team; primarily serving families between Yuba City and Sacramento.
  • Coach family members to assist their child(ren) with practicing activities as assigned by the child development specialist .
  • Instruct family members/caregivers in the proper and safe usage of adaptive equipment.
  • Evaluate and provide services to pediatric clients in various natural environments, including the family home, community and other settings.
  • Provide input to Individual Family Service Plans as requested by a client’s service coordinator via progress notes, re-evaluations or other means necessary such as emails, phone calls or letters.
Educational Background: 
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Human Development, or Special Education or related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • California Teaching Credential
  • One (1) year full-time professional experience with pediatric experience.
  • Ability to speak Spanish preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  •  Requires possession of a current valid California Driver's License, proof of insurance, and a driving record that meets the standards of the agency.  Position requires 100% travel between families' homes.
  •  Position requires possession of current certificates in Adult CPR with AED and Infant/Child CPR & Basic First Aid from an approved provider.
  •  Position requires current fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and FBI.
  •  Position requires pre-placement physical and back assessment.
  •  Position requires proof of negative TB test within the past twelve (12) months.
How to Apply: 

http://www.easterseals.com/superior-ca/who-we-are/careers-at-easter-seal...

Job Function: 
Education, Professional Development & Training

Organization Info

Easterseals

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
easterseals.com
Founded: 
1942
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Healthcare / Public Health
Human Services
Veterans
Diseases / Disorders
Mission: 

For nearly 100 years Easterseals has been the indispensable resource for people and families challenged by disabilities. Now, as America faces a broad range of new issues, we make a major, positive, life-changing difference in the lives of people and families facing today's disabilities. The work we do every day is redefining disabilities for the 21st century.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Feb 2 2018
Active Until: 
Mar 2 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Easterseals
industry: 
Nonprofit