What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Specialist *All genders position at Organic Play and Therapy Inc.?
Organic Play & Therapy is setting the standard for pediatric care, serving children ages 0-3, their families, and mentoring therapists alike. We are seeking motivated, creative, and self-driven professionals to play integral roles in the development of our Early Start program. This program focuses on working with children ages 0-3 through play-based therapy.
We strongly encourage professionals with a passion for early intervention and play-based therapy to apply. Our team members receive comprehensive training, opportunities for company wellness events, and the chance to co-treat across multiple disciplines including Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech Therapy (ST), and Physical Therapy (PT)
Position Overview:
As a Child Development Specialist (CDS), you will coach families to support the growth and development of their child or infant. CDSs follow the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) to ensure that developmental goals are met, with progress assessments conducted semi-annually and a closing report when the child reaches age three. Our play-based therapy model helps children achieve developmental milestones in a fun and engaging way.
A strong understanding of the five developmental domains—cognitive, social-emotional, language, adaptive (daily life skills), and both fine and gross motor skills—is highly recommended.
Position Types Available:
- Full-Time
- Floater (with flexibility to build your own caseload) (20 hours per week min)
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Preschool Education, or Communication studies, Sociology, Psychology or a related field.
- Experience in Early Intervention, working with children 0-3
- Service areas: Arleta, Sylmar, Pacoima, Northridge, Van Nuys, North Hollywood ,Panorama City, Valley Village and Mission Hills. (THIS IS AN IN-PERSON POSITION)
- Home-based service delivery experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with families
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
*Training will be provided to qualified candidates.*
Benefits:
Organic Play & Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated company. We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time employees.
**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
Organic Play & Therapy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age, or covered veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $35