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Developmental Specialist
$27 - $30 /hour | Flexible Schedule | Work-Life Balance
Make a Difference with KDC
At Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC), we're committed to helping children and families reach their fullest potential. As an Early Intervention Specialist, you'll work with infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) and their caregivers to support developmental growth through family-centered, evidence-based practices.
Join a collaborative team where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work creates lasting impact for children and families throughout Massachusetts.
Schedule: Full-Time (30 Hours) and Part-Time Available
- Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm
Responsibilities:
- Conduct developmental assessments and evaluations
- Partner with families to develop and implement IFSP goals
- Provide home, community, and group-based Early Intervention services
- Coach and empower caregivers to support their child's development
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members
- Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with EI standards
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and professional development
Why Join KDC? | Competitive Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care)
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
- Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services
- Musculoskeletal Support Program
Financial & Professional Growth
- Mileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Tuition Remission Opportunities
- Professional Development and Career Growth
Additional Perks
- Vacation (156 hours), Personal (16 hours), and Sick Time (80 hours)*
- Up to 11 Paid Holidays
- Pet Insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
- BJ's Wholesale Club Membership Discounts
- Personal Auto and Home Insurance Support
- PTO is calculated using an accrual rate based on hours worked.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 300 hours working with children under the age of 5.
- Flexibility in scheduling is required, including occasional evenings.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other required documentation software.
- CPR/First Aid Certified (or ability to obtain certification within designated timeframe).
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel extensively.
Preferred
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, and families
- Knowledge of family-centered and coaching-based practices
- Home or community-based service experience
- Bilingual or multilingual skills
Working Environment
This position is community-based and requires travel to homes and community settings. Candidates must be comfortable working in a variety of environments and utilizing technology for documentation and communication.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join a mission-driven organization that invests in its employees while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.
Salary : $27 - $30