School Psychologist/Social Worker/School Counselor- Birth to Three Program, Per Diem

Per diem, flexible schedule needed (available between 8am and 6pm M-F). Occassional weekends.

 Under the direct supervision of Birth to Three Director, this professional will:

• Conduct standardized developmental assessments.
• Uphold records within guidelines mandated by DDS, B-3, OEC and Easterseals policies and procedures.
• Independently schedule home visits, evaluations and IFSP’s.
• Possess knowledge of child development and intervention skills relative to child development and family systems.
• Collaborate with other community services including attending local meetings.

Basic Responsibilities:

• Coach families on how to find information and resources that will support family goals.
• Generate and Contribute to ongoing developmental assessments which involve the family and are complete, reliable, family friendly, and professional.
• Follow all timelines established by the Connecticut Birth to Three System and Federal IDEA part C guidelines.
• Participate in appropriate early intervention conferences, teams meetings and workshops.
• Requisition assistive technology and equipment that is necessary to obtain a developmental outcome in accordance with program policy and procedures.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:

• Licensed Social Worker- Licensed by the Department of Public Health under §20-195n C.G.S.
• Professional Licensed Counselor-Licensed by the Department of Public Health under § 20-195(b) C.G.S.
• Psychologist Licensed-Licensed by the Department of Public Health under §187a C.G.S.
• School Psychologist-Graduate level (master’s or higher) and Department of Education endorsement #070
• School Social Worker- Department of Education certificate endorsement #071
• At least 2 years’ experience working with children and families
• Birth to Three experience preferred