Developmental Services of Dickson County is hiring a Developmental Therapist/Early Interventionist to coordinate comprehensive developmental therapy for children with developmental delays or diagnosed disabilities, following Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities guidelines. This home and community-based role is based in Cheatham County.
What You'll Do
- Conduct developmental screenings and comprehensive developmental evaluations.
- Perform hearing and vision screenings.
- Develop and implement individualized intervention plans.
- Provide child and family intervention in the home, local childcares, and other early childhood programs.
- Coordinate family support services.
- Assist with transition services to the next agency when children are three years of age.
What We're Looking For
- A baccalaureate, masters, or doctorate degree in early childhood special education, early childhood education, child and family studies (child development), early intervention, deaf education or visual disabilities, special education K-12, elementary education, communication disorders, speech language pathology, or a related field such as social work, nursing, psychology, education administration, or sociology.
- Experience in working with young children.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and manage a schedule.
- Ability to relate to and work with other staff, children, family members, and other community agencies and professionals.
- Access to a personal vehicle for daily travel between appointments.
- An approved Motor Vehicle Report prior to hire.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan.
- Life insurance.
- Long-term disability coverage.
- Paid training.
- Paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- A schedule with no weekends.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position providing services directly in the home and community, primarily within Cheatham County.
Developmental Services of Dickson County is an equal opportunity employer.
