Developmental specialist job description

• High School diploma
• 1+ years of experience working with children, or 24+ college credits completed in a related field of study
• Valid driver's license & reliable vehicle
• Web Enabled Device (laptop or tablet)
• Positive attitude and strong people skills to work with children and families

Compensation:

• $17.00 - $18.00 per hour based on experience, education, and certifications

SCHEDULE:

• Part-Time & Full Time (30+ hrs/week) available
• Part Time schedules must have availability at least 3 weekdays with the same availability
• Full Time schedules require availability Mon-Fri during regular daytime working hours
• Schedules and hours will be confirmed during training, and staff will be matched with clients based on their schedule availability and proximity to available clients

Benefits:

Our team members may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Coursework and Competency Check to obtain the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• Drive time pay between sessions
• University partnership & tuition assistance for eligible employees
• Supervision towards BCBA credential available

Growth and Development:

Our Child Interventionist will complete training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). RBTs are 'helping professionals' that teach children affected by autism important life skills. RBTs work on goals such as functional communication, socializing with peers, and sharing with others. Butterfly Effects' RBTs receive training to make a meaningful change in the life of a child and their family.

Physical Demands:

Working with clients in their natural environments may require you to lift or move approximately 50 lbs. and be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.

Who are we?

Butterfly Effects has served more than 10,000 families since our inception in 2005. We have a long history of improving the lives of children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder through our family-centric applied behavior analysis (ABA) approach. Our mission is to deliver ABA treatment in partnership with families affected by autism to foster a more joyous life.

A national leader in autism treatment, Butterfly Effects employs more than 100 board-certified behavior analysts (BCBA) and 800 behavior technicians. The 12 states we serve are locally managed by a regional director and team of BCBAs. Our corporate office located in Deerfield Beach, Florida is home to our leadership team and administrative staff who assist with daily operations, including client services, human resources, talent acquisition, finance, revenue cycle management, quality assurance, compliance, professional development, and professional ethics.

Our butterfly logo was chosen as a symbol of love, rebirth, and metamorphosis. Together, the name and logo represent our common purpose and deep commitment to helping families create lasting change through individualized ABA therapy.

For more information, please visit www.butterflyeffects.com.

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Additionally, BHN is a Tobacco Free workplace. All Staff, interns, temps, residents and contractors agree not to smell of or use Tobacco or ENDS products while on paid work time or within sight of any BHN facility.

Who are we?

Behavioral Health Network is a growing non-profit community behavioral health agency that has been providing services to children, adults, families and communities in Western Massachusetts since 1938. BHN provides comprehensive, outcome-driven behavioral health care. We are dedicated to offering high quality, affordable and culturally appropriate care to people of all ages and income levels in our constituent communities.

Qualifications/Requirements

Developmental Specialists at Behavioral Health Network have the following qualities:

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• Bachelors Degree in a field such as Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education or Special Education (required).
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• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and their families.
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• Knowledge of infant, toddler, and child development.
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• Broad knowledge of mental illness and/or intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, medical conditions, and/or treatment techniques.
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• Familiarity with and provides services within parameters of DPH regulations.
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• Ability to adapt to a variety of settings, and provide activities to the individual accordingly.
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• Strong writing and organizational skills.
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• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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• Familiarity with internet, word processing and email systems.
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• Have access to a car to use for work, valid drivers license and safe driving record
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How do I apply to be a Developmental Specialist?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click Apply for Job from Kronos/WFD or visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on Browse All Jobs to apply!

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Our Early Intervention program serves a remarkable 95% of all Greater Lawrence children who are referred to our Early Intervention services!

As an Early Invention new hire, you will participate in a paid 8-week onboarding program earning how Early Intervention helps children and families in a home-based setting, establishing supportive working relationships, participating in personal development, and mentoring programs, and creating your own flexible work schedule.

Our Early Intervention Program is looking for a caring and dedicated Developmental Specialist (Bilingual a plus) This full or part time position is part of our multi-disciplinary team providing support services to families and their children ages birth to three with developmental delays or risk factors for delays. Services are provided throughout Andover, North Andover, Methuen, and Lawrence through in-person visits. The Developmental Specialist will bring their expertise and knowledge to our impactful work with children and families while working collaboratively with our Early Intervention team.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Special Education, Child Development required
• Knowledge of early childhood development and family systems
• 3+ years of experience working with special needs children ages birth to 3, experience working in a home-based setting preferred
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Bilingual; fluent in Spanish or Portuguese is required

Our organization provides a supportive environment which values and promotes team collaboration, creative thinking and innovation with ongoing support and mentoring for each employee’s professional development.

To apply, please visit our careers page at: www.theprofessionalcenter.org. Send us your resume and cover letter telling us why your experience and background are perfect for this opportunity. PCCD is proud to offer a great benefits package including:

• Family Friendly, Flexible Schedules
• Time Off: Up to 3 weeks’ vacation & up to 2 weeks’ sick time based on your work schedule
• Medical: Company cost sharing for plan of your choice
• Dental: Company paid premiums for employee coverage
• Vision: Annual exam, allowance toward contacts & glasses
• Registered Dietitian Services
• Life & Disability Insurances: Company paid
• 403(b) Retirement
• Staff Development & Training
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Student Loans: As an employee, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness