Early Intervention Specialist School-Age

Mentor South Bay provides Early Intervention, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Behavioral Health and Mental Health Outpatient services across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For over 35 years, we’ve provided a collaborative, team-based approach dedicated to helping children, adults, and families reach their fullest potential. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived. Early Intervention Specialist – School-Age Hourly Pay: $20.20/hour plus mileage reimbursement Part-Time Hours: Positions start as part-time (about 20‑25 hours per week) with potential to build up to full-time hours, depending on availability and caseload. Coverage Area: Hesperia, Apple Valley, Victorville, Adelanto and surrounding areas. Raising a child with a developmental disability is a journey that takes knowledge, love, patience, and support. You will be part of a team that provides in‑home early intervention specialized services for school‑age children and youth where they can naturally learn and develop. Current openings are for school‑age range (4 to 21 years old). Our specialists work in school settings 1‑on‑1 with children who have been diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability. Responsibilities Plan, schedule, and provide weekly early intervention in school settings for a caseload of children/adolescents with developmental disabilities (Autism, Down's syndrome, etc.). Administer and document all program assessments and updates accurately to meet timelines. Design, implement, and adapt activities for behavioral, language, cognitive, fine and gross motor, sensory, self‑help, and social/emotional development for each individual child, utilizing best practices. Model effective adult‑child interactions and provide written information on parenting, child development, and provide parents with written weekly activities and effective coaching. Monitor, document, and share the child’s progress with the family and team. Qualifications Education: For school‑age position: High School diploma (or equivalent/GED) required. Experience: One year of experience working/volunteering with infants or young children and their parents/guardians; for school‑age program, ABA and/or behavior management skills/experience/training is highly desired. License: Valid CA driver’s license in good standing and at least one year of history as a licensed driver (in any US state). Vehicle: Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance coverage. Skills/Characteristics: Effective communication skills to manage relationships; compassionate approach; commitment to quality; strong attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines. Availability: Must be available during regular school hours – Monday to Friday between 8 am and 3 pm. Working Environment: Services provided in school setting. Benefits Part‑time (about 20‑25 hrs/week) to start – possibility to build up caseload to full‑time (about 32 hrs/week). Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week, including health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off and holiday pay. On-Demand pay – part‑time and full‑time employees have access to get paid as you go if you want! Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers. Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer: As an equal-opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sevita