Careers
Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist
Do you have a passion for pediatrics and are wondering about the opportunities as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist other than in the school system? Early Intervention PTs and OT’s work with children birth – three years old alongside their families. We focus on motor and sensory development through play based therapeutic techniques
Requirements:
- Current MA State Licensure in good standing
- Working knowledge of child development from birth through age 5
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary professional team
Speech Language Pathologist/ SLP Assistant
If you have a passion for pediatrics and are wondering about the opportunities as a Speech Language Pathologist or SLP Assistant in Early Intervention? At PDC SLP’s and SLPA’s work with children birth – three years old alongside their families. We focus on communication, language and feeding development through play based therapeutic techniques.
Requirements:
- Current MA State Licensure in good standing
- Working knowledge of child development from birth through age 5
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary professional team
Early Childhood Educator/Special Educator
As an Early Intervention Clinician, you’ll play a vital role in providing support and guidance to children and their families during critical developmental stages. Working collaboratively with a team of professionals, including PT’s, OT’s, SLP’S and Social Workers you’ll help create personalized therapeutic intervention plans to meet each child’s unique needs. Join us in empowering children to reach their full potential!
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in another field with and 4 college classes with focus on child development and family systems
- Work experience with ages birth – 5
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Social Worker/Mental Health Professional
As an Early Intervention Social Worker or Mental Health Professional at PDC, you will provide behavioral therapy, mental health support, and parenting skills training to children at risk for developmental delays, aged birth to three and working with families in various settings using a family-centered approach.
Qualifications:
- Working as a Developmental Specialist, individual must have BA/BS in Social Work.
- Working as a Licensed Social Worker or Mental Health Professional:
- Master’s degree in: Social Work, Counseling, Clinical, Developmental, OR Educational Psychology AND current licensure as ONE of the following:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) by the MA Registry of Social Work
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) by the MA Board of Allied Health and Human Services Professions
- Certification as an Early Intervention Specialist by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) OR eligible to be certified within two years of employment in a MDPH certified Early Intervention program.
- Knowledge of community social services, education and health service agencies
Email your cover letter and resume to Melissa Roller, Program Director at melissa.r@pdcberkshire.org to find out more about the fulfilling careers PDC offers.
At PDC we hire Developmental Specialists, Speech Language Pathologists, Speech Language Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assts., Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Nurses.
As a Department of Public Health certified program, we abide by the following requirements for professional staff:
- RN, OT, PT, SLP (CFY welcome) must have current state licensure
- Social Workers must have current licensure as a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
- Psychologists must have a master’s degree in counseling or clinical psychology or LMHC
- Early Childhood Educators must have a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education. (Transcripts must reflect successful completion of at least 4 approved 3-credit courses that focus on infants, toddlers, and families). Also, 300 hours of experience with young children is required.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Respectful of individual family needs and cultures
- Commitment to working collaboratively with children and families within the context of their home, child care, or other community setting
