What are the responsibilities and job description for the Birth to Three Developmental Therapist (DT) - Home Based position at Beacon Services of Connecticut?
Certified Early Childhood Special Education Educator/Developmental Therapist
Beacon Services of Connecticut provides early intervention specialty services to families and young children across Connecticut. Our regional team of educators and clinicians work together to provide high quality supports based on best practices. Whether you are new to the profession or looking for a change, we offer a rewarding career path with flexible schedules and a supportive work environment.
Job Description
Our Developmental Therapists provide in-home services for children between the ages of birth to three. At the outset, they assist in evaluating a child's skills across a variety of developmental domains and then use this information to develop and implement interventions. Developmental Therapists work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support families and children as they learn and grow.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Current CT teaching certification in Early Childhood Special Education required (#112, #113, #065, #165, #265, #055, #059, #057)
- Candidates with an Infant, Toddler, Family Specialist Credential from the Connecticut Birth to Three System with endorsement #123 can be considered for a Developmental Therapy Specialist (DSP)
Important Skills
- Strong communication skills to confidently explain information and converse with families
- Strong organizational skills
- A team work mindset to effectively collaborate with a team of peers
- The ability to work with families to set and achieve realistic goals
Working Conditions
- Strong focus on professional development and training
- Delivering in home supports within a designated region-some travel required
- Weekly virtual team collaboration meetings
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Plans
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Sick)
Please visit our website at www.beaconct.org to learn more about our organization!
Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law.