Anne Carlsen Center·Grand Forks, North Dakota
Provide home-based, family-focused early intervention and developmental services to infants and toddlers. Conduct assessments and implement developmental plans in coordination with various professional disciplines.
Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All
Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve.
Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community!
Location: Grand Forks, ND Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with varying hours Job Schedule: Casual status JOB SUMMARY The purpose of this job is to provide home-based family-focused early intervention and developmental services to assigned infants and toddlers and their families.
The Early Intervention program is provided on a regional basis across the state of North Dakota.
This position reports to the Operations Manager, Early Intervention and the Regional VP of Operations and works within the guidelines of ACC policies/procedures, State and Federal Laws, Rules, and Regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements) Education and/or years’ experience required: Bachelor’s degree in Early Education, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Registered Nursing, Social Work, Special Education, or Speech Therapy with an emphasis on early childhood special needs training or practicum.
Active licensure in individual discipline or area of study necessary in order to conduct evaluations.
Knowledge of typical and atypical child development, and specific disabilities is required.
This position must have a valid driver’s license to travel to children’s homes plus reliable transportation.
Preferred/Required Skills and Abilities: Ability to use time effectively and meet state regulations and timelines.
Must be able to adjust each visit based on the circumstances found in the home setting.
Able to work effectively with a wide variety of professional disciplines to assure an effective developmental plan and activities.
Flexible personal schedule to conduct assessments and meet with families and other parties at their convenience.
Able to adjust activity plans to changing family needs and issues.
Able to work with a wide variety of social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
Maintain confidentiality and use appropriate protocols for the release of information Professionals from the many disciplines that provide early intervention services may or may not be required to verify additional skills or knowledge for professional licensure in their professions, as these requirements would be governed by professional licensure boards.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and the physical ability to enter various buildings including homes and to interact with infants and toddlers at their level.
Manual dexterity is required to demonstrate and conduct therapeutic activities, use adaptive equipment and enter data into the computer.
Prior experience in special education, early childhood development or developmental disabilities is helpful.
Supervision of others/decision making aptitude (if applicable): This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Early Education, Nursing, or Social Work, along with active professional licensure. Must possess a valid driver's license and the physical ability to interact with toddlers and lift up to 50 pounds.
Market context
Early Interventionist II roles in North Dakota are typically tied to steady demand for professionals who can support toddlers and families in home- and community-based settings. This type of position is competitive because it requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, active licensure, a valid driver’s license, and the physical ability to work closely with young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure details and highlight any direct early childhood, nursing, or social work experience in your application.