Company Description: UCP of Western Massachusetts is a nonprofit organization that provides services to people with all types of disabilities, including Cerebral Palsy (CP). Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full community inclusion for everyone we support.
We are dedicated to providing innovative programs and services that meet the needs of our members and their families.
We are committed to providing high-quality services that are tailored to the individual needs of our members. We are also committed to providing a family-centered approach to service delivery.
If you are new to human services and you are looking for a rewarding career, UCP of Western Massachusetts is a great place to start. We offer a variety of opportunities including volunteer opportunities, internships, and full-time positions. We are always looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. UCP has offices in Pittsfield, North Adams and West Springfield, MA.
Early Intervention Developmental Specialist - $1,500 Sign-on Bonus!
To Commensurate With Experience
North Adams, Adams, Williamstown, Clarksburg, Florida, Savoy, New Ashford, Cheshire, Lanesborough, Pittsfield, Dalton, Hinsdale, Peru, Lenox, Washington, Richmond, Lee, Great Barrington, Stockbridge, W. Stockbridge, Alford, Becket, Mt. Washington, Egremon
Full Time
Human Services
Bachelor's Degree
Required
Up to One Year
Preferred
Certified Early Intervention Specialist - Preference: Preferred
Job Location: Northern Berkshire County Job Type: Full Time/37.5 hours $1,500 Sign-on Bonus!
Are you a child educator with a 4 year degree passionate about working with infants and toddlers while supporting and empowering families? We are seeking an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist to provide screening and assessments and therapeutic developmental services to children served in the early intervention program, in individual group settings, or play therapy sessions using a family centered, coaching approach. These children are between the ages of birth and three years whose development is at risk by certain biological or environmental factors.
Developmental Specialist Responsibilities
Offer therapeutic and developmental services in settings chosen by families, partnering with them
Empower families to advocate for their child’s needs/rights
Provide education and guidance on child development, parenting, and community resources
Instruct parents in implementing developmental activities, emphasizing understanding of activity principles and community resource utilization
Prepare and submit child assessment and progress notes per program policies
Participate in trans-disciplinary teams for developmental assessments and record observations
Serve on intake teams to inform families about the Early Intervention program and address inquiries
Contribute to Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) teams, explaining the process, setting goals, and establishing service plans
Act as a case manager, ensuring IFSP goals are met and providing oversight
Assist with transition planning before program discharge
Benefits include:
Sign on bonus program
Professional development support including professional license renewal and memberships up to $500 annually
Medical, dental and vision insurance after first month of employment
Earn two weeks vacation in first year of employment, three week rate after first year
Three personal days per year
Earn up to seven sick days per year
403(b) retirement program with company match after one year
Mileage reimbursement
May quality you for student loan forgiveness
Employee referral program and more!
About Us: UCP of Western Massachusetts offers a variety of community programs and services for persons with disabilities and other similar service needs, including Assistive Technology, Early Intervention, Individual and Family Support, and Adult Family Care. We are COA accredited and guided by a set of core principles - Respect, Integrity, Communication, and Empathy. Our team is dedicated to providing a "Life Without Limits" for people with differing abilities, seeking a motivated and talented individual who shares our commitment to these principles to join us in our mission. Learn more at http://ucpwma.org
Developmental Specialist Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines AND 300+ hours of practicum or work experience with children birth to 5:
Social Work
Education
Special Education
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sociology
Psychology
All non-educational or developmental majors also require at least 4 3-credit courses that focus on infant, toddlers, and/or families
Certification as an Early Intervention Specialist by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH), or ability to achieve full certification within two years of hire.
Experience with family therapy, behavioral change programs, autistic population, parenting concerns and issues.
Ability to design and facilitate developmental playgroups, parent support groups/sibling groups, etc.
Familiarity with child development, specialized treatment approaches to families of disabled children (i.e. grief therapy, crisis intervention, group facilitation, individual and group counseling, family dynamics, psychosocial development, family adaption’s, community and financial resources).
Ability to maintain CPR/First Aid certification for children/infants
Maintain valid driver's license, current auto insurance, availability of a private vehicle.
Must be able to climb, stoop, get up and down from floors, sit on floors for varying periods of time, reach with hands and arms as well a lift and move up to 40 pounds.
A negative Mantoux TB test or a clear chest x-ray
Evidence of immunity for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR)
Must have an acceptable CORI, SORI, DPPC and National Fingerprint Check.