Early Intervention Specialist

Job description

Creative Home Programs, a partner of The MENTOR Network provides in-home early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays, as well as specialized programs for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.

Early Intervention Specialist - Bakersfield, CA
Unique opportunity to work with young children and make a difference in their development!

Raising a child with a developmental disability is a journey that takes knowledge, love, patience, and support. You will be part of a team that provides in-home early intervention specialized services for infants and toddlers where they can naturally learn and develop.

Plan, schedule and provide weekly early educational in-home services for a caseload of infant/toddlers with disabilities including developmental delays and programs for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.

Administer and document all program assessments and updates accurately to meet timelines.

Design, implement, and adapt activities for language, cognitive, fine and gross motor, sensory, self-help, and social/emotional development, for each individual child, utilizing best practices.

Model effective adult-child interactions and provide written information on parenting, child development, and provide parents with written weekly activities and effective coaching.

Monitor, document, and share the child's progress with the family and team.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services related field, preferably Child or Human Development major or coursework
One-two year's experience working with infants or young children and their parents

Valid CA driver's license in good standing and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Bilingual English-Spanish highly desired

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Effective communication skills to manage relationships and compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do

Why Join Us?

Part-time schedules available, with opportunity to increase caseload to full-time

Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holiday pay, annual bonus plan

Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers

Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities

EOE/AAE/ADA
Come join our team of dedicated and caring professionals - Apply Today!

The MENTOR Network is a national network of local health and human services providers offering an array of quality, community-based services. At The MENTOR Network, our core values-Integrity, Respect, Inclusion & Growth-and the behaviors that define them, guide how we interact with each other and how we approach our work. As an organization of people serving people in nearly 40 states, you'll have opportunities from coast to coast.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets