Developmental/ Autism Specialist - Early Intervention

North Suffolk is looking for a Developmental Specialist with an Autism Specialization to join our Early Intervention Team! Harbor Area Early Childhood Services is a passionate team devoted to supporting children from birth to three years through a strength-based and family-centered approach. Early Intervention Services are provided to infants and toddlers presenting with developmental delay or are at risk for developmental delays due to environmental, medical and/or biological factors.

As a Developmental Specialist- Service Coordinator, you will be part of a professional multi-disciplinary team that uses developmental and expressive therapy, along with trauma informed intervention strategies, to provide services in clients’ home, program, or other community settings.

Bachelor's Level Service Coordinator salaries start at $56,340.

Master’s Level Service Coordinator salaries start at $67,500.

Additional differentials available for needed language skills and specialized certifications.

What you’ll do

• Provide EI screening/intake, evaluation and assessment.
• Provide direct child developmental and family support / case management.
• Participate in the development of IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan), and in the ongoing execution, review and evaluation of the plan.
• Collaborate with client families and the EI team in identifying concerns, priorities and resources.
• Provide education, advocacy, and support on child & parenting issues and community resources to client families.
• Refer for discrete/specialized child therapies and refer to other case management and counseling services when appropriate.
• Coordinate intervention services with medical, state, and health providers.
• Assist in developing a transition plan for child and family client.

What you’ll need

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, required.
• Master’s degree of Education in Autism or MS in Education/ Developmental Disabilities - Autism specialization, preferred.
• Licensure:
• LMHC eligible preferred
• Experience:
• Experience in Infancy/Early Childhood and Special Education preferred.