Child Development Specialist

Sunny Days of California, Inc. specializes in early intervention, serving children with developmental needs from birth to three years of age. We are a nationwide agency with multi-disciplinary programs providing occupational, physical, and speech therapy, as well as child development services.

About the role

Join our team of dedicated professionals who make a daily difference in the lives of young children by providing quality, home-based early intervention services. We are looking to grow our team of Child Development Specialists in your area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental assessments, provide child development services utilizing the Parent Coaching Model (Rush & Sheldon)
• Follow each child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and work with the family to develop strategies to help each child reach their specific developmental goals
• Utilize the family-centered parent coaching approach to build caregivers’ confidence and skills and to ensure that progress is generalized
• Provide services in the child’s natural environment, in families’ homes, daycare centers and/or other community settings; virtual services also currently available
• Provide re-assessments and write progress reports (typically bi-annual)
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA and/or State/Federal regulations)

Requirements

• Master’s degree preferred/required (for Orange County only) in child development, early childhood, teaching or related field OR a special education teaching credential
• Early Intervention Experience Preferred
• Home-Based Service Delivery Experience Preferred
• Strong Interpersonal Skills

Benefits

• Competitive rates based on experience ($45/hour - $55/hour)
• Sign-on bonus up to $500
• Professional support & development
• Create your own schedule
• Entirely paperless, utilizing electronic signatures
• Flexible schedules & locations of your choice
• Eligible for direct deposit
• Medical benefits available to part-time employees