Early Childhood Special Educator

Developmental Pathways has an opportunity for an Early Childhood Special Educator (ECSE) in our Early Intervention (EI) Department who will provide skilled childhood development services with an emphasis on early cognitive, communication, and play skills to children in their natural setting or via telehealth who are eligible for Early Intervention services. The ECSE will be responsible for adhering to the Early Intervention guidelines and documentation requirements. Also, they will collaborate with other disciplines, service coordinators, caregivers, and medical providers to develop and implement the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for eligible children on their caseload.

Our ideal ECSE will possess strong organization, critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ECSE will actively develop collaborative relationships with individuals, families, peers, providers, and other community partners and be proactive to identify problems and seek solutions for both internal and external customers.

This is a community-based role, averaging 5-7 client visits per day, 40 hours per week, Monday-Thursday. The focus is on building relationships and providing developmental support. The position primarily serves the Aurora area. You'll need to hold (or be willing to obtain) an active CDE license with Special Education Endorsement.

Application Deadline: Sunday, June 14th at 11:59 PM (MST)

Additional Responsibilities

• Use the Primary Service Provider Model to team with other therapeutic disciplines, service coordinators, and caregivers to develop and implement functional goals and strategies to enhance the child's development
• Develop and implement IFSPs to meet individualized family or child outcomes
• May be asked to support categorical assessments and initial Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) development for children who are categorically eligible for Early Intervention services
• Help families determine priorities for service
• Perform standardized or play-based assessments and complete all required documentation of the child's progress toward IFSP goals
• Perform consultative visits either alone or in consultation with other team members as appropriate
• Provide accurate and timely documentation according to standards set by the department and regulatory agencies
• Develop and maintain working case files per department policies and procedures
• Submit billing and supporting documentation timely
• Assure paperwork submitted by other service providers, individuals in service, and community partners is completed, distributed, and filed as required
• Partner with service coordinators, Child Find teams, and other community partners who serve young children to deliver early intervention services
• Attend and participate in IFSP and care coordination meetings; schedules and facilitates meetings as needed
• Maintain EI Provider and billing portal
• Ensure adherence to Division for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities/DIDD rules and regulations and agency policies and procedures in the provision of services. Assists in assuring full compliance with agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulatory guidelines

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited program

• Two (2) years of experience in the relevant field

• Active CDE license with Special Education Endorsement

• Demonstrated experience with specific programmatic concepts, practices, and procedures

• Valid Colorado motor vehicle license and provide proof of motor vehicle insurance

• Meet our driving requirements - no suspensions and no more than two (2) tickets in the past three (3) years

• Must be able to meet physical demands, including bending or twisting of the body, lifting, standing time, and sitting time, to include floor play/therapy, etc.

Upon request, qualifying need, and approval, driving requirements may be waived in lieu of reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Knowledge of rules and regulations for Early Intervention
• Prefer additional experience in an area directly related to the job assignment
• Knowledge of rules and regulations for the Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Starting Salary and Benefits

$72,429 - $83,809.96 annually

• Great work-life balance & flexible work schedules

• Health/dental/vision coverage

• Generous paid time off and holiday pay

• Monthly work remote stipend

• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%

• Mileage reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plans

• Discounts on auto and homeowners' insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Credit union membership

• Employer-paid training

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About Us

Started in 1964, Developmental Pathways (DP) is a nonprofit agency serving more than 15,000 individuals with disabilities and their families in Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert counties. We are a designated Case Management Agency (CMA) for long-term care services and are one of Colorado's Community Centered Boards (CCB), connecting people to federal, state, county, and private funding. We are also Colorado's largest Early Intervention (EI) provider and help connect young children to essential resources, serving the City of Aurora in addition. Our mission is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities/delays by partnering to provide expertise, support, and advocacy in their pursuit of a meaningful life.

At DP, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We want to give you the ability to grow and do what you love. We are committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with an organization that values integrity, innovation, partnership, and stewardship, you've come to the right place!

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