Developmental Specialist-Wspf

Location
West Springfield
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Early Intervention Developmental Specialist 
May Center for Early Intervention | May Institute 
Full-Time | Community-Based

 

Support growth. Empower families. Shape bright beginnings. 

As an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist, you’ll partner with families of infants and toddlers (birth–3) to support developmental growth during the most critical years of life. Through home visits, community-based services, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help children build the skills they need to thrive. 

 

What You’ll Do 

Deliver family-centered services 

  • Provide home and community-based visits using developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed strategies 
  • Support children in fully participating in inclusive community settings with typical peers 
  • Conduct telehealth sessions as needed 

 

Lead IFSP coordination and progress monitoring 

  • Partner with families to develop, implement, and update Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) 
  • Coordinate services and supports identified in the IFSP 
  • Monitor functional outcomes and complete six-month reviews and required documentation 
  • Assist with transition planning at least six months prior to discharge, including referrals and participation in IEP meetings when applicable 

Collaborate and advocate 

  • Serve as a liaison between families, ancillary providers, and school systems 
  • Participate in multidisciplinary assessments and team meetings 
  • Ensure services and communication are culturally and linguistically responsive 

 

Maintain compliance and documentation 

  • Complete session notes and required paperwork within established timelines 
  • Maintain accurate records for assigned children 
  • Follow DPH and organizational standards for documentation, confidentiality, and training 

 

What You’ll Bring 

 

Required 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field 
  • Minimum of four approved 3-credit courses focused on infants and toddlers 
  • At least 300 hours of practicum or work experience with children under age five 
  • Strong time management skills
  • Works well as part of a team

 

Preferred 

  • Bilingual skills 
  • Experience in home-based or community-based early intervention services 
  • Knowledge of IFSP development and transition planning 

 

Why Join May Institute 

At May Institute, your work transforms early learning experiences and strengthens families. 

 

We offer: 

  • Starting pay: $28/hour 
  • 19 PTO days to start, plus 10 paid holidays and a floating birthday holiday 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match 
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance 
  • Paid training and professional development 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefit options 

 

 

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Top Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Paid training
  • Professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays