Developmental Therapist

Developmental Therapist position details

MISSION

The mission of First Steps, Inc. is to educate and care for children with special needs and medical conditions alongside their typically developing peers in inclusive environments and support their families.

DETAILS

First Steps, Inc. is one of the leading early intervention agencies in the State of Tennessee. We are a team of passionate, talented, and committed educators and therapists joining forces to supply children of all abilities, and their families, with the best support possible.

“I love working at First Steps! The environment is so happy, uplifting and encouraging for everyone.” -First Steps Physical Therapist

As a Developmental Therapist at First Steps, you will have the opportunity to work in homes supporting families of children with a wide range of diagnoses. You will have the flexibility to set your own schedule and the chance to work with an awesome team of therapists.

responsibilities

– Coach and support families of children (ages 0-5) with developmental delays or disabilities in their homes, childcare center, or any other environment natural to the child. 

– Collaborate with service coordinators, teachers, and other therapists on the team to achieve optimal outcomes for the child and family.

– Record and maintain documentation of services and contacts within set timelines.

– Work with families from various cultures, backgrounds, and languages.

Minimum qualifications

– Proof of a valid driver’s license and valid auto insurance.

– Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Studies (child development), Early Intervention, Deaf Education, Visual Disabilities, Special Education K-12, Elementary Education, Communication Disorders and Speech Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy along with experience with young children and/or individuals with disabilities.

OR

– For the following fields of study a minimum of 1 year of experience with children with disabilities (0-5 years old) and their families is also required: Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, Education Administration or Sociology.

pay & benefits:

– Excellent benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k

– Very generous paid time off

– Mileage reimbursement

– Monthly cell phone stipend

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000-$45,000 per year