Developmental Therapist
Description
Discover. Self. Community.
Make a difference with DSC!
DSC provides educational, professional, residential, employment and behavioral support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties. We have an excellent work environment where you will be part of a team that is positive, caring and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people to whom we provide services. If you are seeking a rewarding and fulfilling job, we are currently hiring for the position of Developmental Therapist.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- As a Developmental Therapist at DSC, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide wrap around support to children with or at risk for developmental delays. The Developmental Therapist will obtain state Early Intervention credentialing and work with the EI system. Additionally, you may assist/lead play groups, parent education programs and other Family Development functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Child Development or related field
- State of Illinois Early Intervention credential or willingness to complete credential
- Experience working with infants and toddlers within a strengths-based, family-centered perspective
- Knowledge of community resources and services
- Reliable transportation with adequate insurance
- Bilingual, Spanish speaking preferred
HOURS:
- 40 hours a week
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
- Grant-funded hiring/new employee bonus of $400 (payable upon completion of training), and retention bonuses up to 4 times per year through June 2026 - up to $1,600 per year!
- All benefits start day 1 of employment
- 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
- Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
- Voluntary benefits including vision, STD, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
- Fun, family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
- Employee assistance program
- Lots of perks and benefits!
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