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Developmental Specialist

May Institute
West Springfield, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/25/2026
Early Intervention Developmental Specialist Full-Time Community-Based

Req #23119 Support growth. Empower families. Shape bright beginnings. As

an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist, you\'ll partner with

families of infants and toddlers (birth-3) to support developmental

growth during the most critical years of life. Through home visits,

community-based services, and collaboration with multidisciplinary

teams, you\'ll help children build the skills they need to thrive. What

You\'ll Do Deliver family-centered services Provide home and

community-based visits using developmentally appropriate,

evidence-informed strategies Support children in fully participating in

inclusive community settings with typical peers Conduct telehealth

sessions as needed Lead IFSP coordination and progress monitoring

Partner with families to develop, implement, and update Individualized

Family Service Plans (IFSPs) Coordinate services and supports identified

in the IFSP Monitor functional outcomes and complete six-month reviews

and required documentation Assist with transition planning at least six

months prior to discharge, including referrals and participation in IEP

meetings when applicable Collaborate and advocate Serve as a liaison

between families, ancillary providers, and school systems Participate in

multidisciplinary assessments and team meetings Ensure services and

communication are culturally and linguistically responsive Maintain

compliance and documentation Complete session notes and required

paperwork within established timelines Maintain accurate records for

assigned children Follow DPH and organizational standards for

documentation, confidentiality, and training What You\'ll Bring Required

Bachelor\'s degree in Child Development, Special Education, Early

Childhood Education, or related field Minimum of four approved 3-credit

courses focused on infants and toddlers At least 300 hours of practicum

or work experience with children under age five Strong time management

skills Works well as part of a team Preferred Bilingual skills

Experience in home-based or community-based early intervention services

Knowledge of IFSP development and transition planning Why Join May

Institute At May Institute, your work transforms early learning

experiences and strengthens families. We offer: Starting pay: \$28/hour

19 PTO days to start, plus 10 paid holidays and a floating birthday

holiday Medical, dental, and vision insurance 403(b) retirement plan

with employer match Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

assistance Paid training and professional development Employee

Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible spending accounts and voluntary

benefit options

Salary : $28

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