Easter Seals Florida Inc·Miami, Florida
Conduct eligibility evaluations and assess the developmental and health status of children up to age 3. Provide early intervention services and use mediated learning strategies to strengthen caregiver-child interactions.
Description Salary will be up to $47,579 to $55,000 per year (based on education and experience in that range)
00 am - 4:30 pm.
Full time position including insurance and time off benefits
Easterseals Florida is seeking a passionate, innovative, and dynamic certified Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS) to join our dedicated team of evaluators in Miami. In this role, you’ll collaborate with professionals to provide early intervention services to families in their natural environments, helping children thrive during their most critical years.
As an ITDS, you will play a vital role in the Early Steps program, completing clinic evaluations and provider visits for children up to age 3—or until their developmental goals are achieved. We’re looking for someone who builds strong, positive relationships with children and families, and who is eager to coach, mentor, and share expertise with caregivers and fellow professionals.
Professional Development: Live and on-demand learning opportunities Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans Generous Paid Time Off: Holidays, vacation, sick, and personal leave Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Insurance Options 403B Retirement Savings Plan Easterseals Cares Wellness Program Work-Life Balance The Opportunity to Make a Real Difference in the community and organization
Conduct eligibility evaluations to determine children’s access to early intervention services Assess and evaluate developmental and health status, as well as family educational and support needs Use mediated learning strategies to strengthen caregiver-child interactions, ensuring families are included in every step of service design and delivery Prepare evaluation reports and documentation Potentially manage a small caseload, providing direct early intervention services to children and families
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and or training Familiarity and ability to administer and interpret a variety of clinical assessments Florida Certification as an Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS) or ability to obtain Florida Medicaid (Therapy and/or Early Intervention) Provider Number or ability to obtain NPI Number Confirmation of Enrollment in CMS Provider Management System Experience with standardized testing is a plus Bilingual (Spanish/English or Creole/English) Ability to meet program deadlines An energetic, resourceful and professional individual who will promote a positive, respectful and team-based environment Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required to drive for program related business
Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.
Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).
Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.
Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of related experience, along with Florida ITDS certification or the ability to obtain a Medicaid provider number. Bilingual skills in Spanish or Creole are preferred.
Market context
In Florida, Infant Toddler Development Specialist roles are typically tied to early intervention and family support services, so demand often follows local program staffing needs and referral volume. Competition can be strong because employers usually want a bachelor’s degree, 1-2 years of related experience, and Florida ITDS certification or the ability to obtain a Medicaid provider number; bilingual Spanish or Creole skills can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification path and prepare examples of infant-toddler developmental support experience.