Jr. Early Interventionist

The
Association of People with Disability

Job
Description

Job Title:

Early Interventionist

Department:

Early Intervention
Program

Reports To:

Master Trainer

Location:

Bengaluru

Job Type:

Full-time

Job Summary:

The Community Early
Interventionist will provide support and services to children with special
needs under the age between 0- 8 years, focusing on early identification and
intervention for developmental delays and disabilities. This role involves
working closely with families, healthcare providers, and educational
institutions to ensure and provide services in the community.

Key
Responsibilities:

• Identify children with developmental
  delays through developmental screenings for all the children in the
  geography
  
• Take assessments for identified
  children
  
• Develop and implement individualized
  intervention plans according to the need analysis
  
• Provide direct services to children through
  subcenter and home-based therapy in community
  
•  Capacity
  building for all the parents
  
• Sensitization programs to spread
  awareness in the community to build a sustainable eco system for CwSN.
  
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, government
  front line workers, educators, and social workers
  
• Anganwadi, and school enrolment for the
  children at the age of 3 and 6.
  
• Guide the parents on Social Security
  Schemes and ensure the government benefits for CwSN.
  
• Maintain detailed records of
  assessments, plans, and progress
  
• On time Data documentation
  
• Provide training and workshops for
  parents and community members
  
• Stay updated with best practices and
  current research in early childhood intervention
  

Accountability:

• Report directly to the Master
  Trainer and Social worker regarding the progress, challenges, and
  developments within program.
  
• Ensure alignment with
  organizational goals, budget management, and operational protocols for the
  program.
  
• Ensure transparency, ethical
  conduct, and full compliance with the organization’s standards and
  policies.
  

Required
Qualifications:

• Education: CCRT/CCCG
  
• Experience: Fresher/ experienced in early
  childhood intervention or related services
  

Skills and
Competencies:

• Bilingual
  abilities in Kannada and basic English knowledge
  
• Excellent assessment and observational
  skills
  
• Strong organizational and
  record-keeping abilities
  
• Empathy and patience in working with
  children and families
  
• Ability to develop and implement
  effective intervention plans
  
• Knowledge of community resources and
  support services
  

Working
Conditions:

• Onsite – Primarily works in community
  settings, including homes, and subcenters
  

• Work hours – 9 am to 6 pm
  
• Travel expectations – It involves travel within
  the community.
  

SIGNATURES:

The Association of People with Disability                                        

Dr. Alice Jeba. J

PT, Ph.D., (Paediatrics)

Deputy Director,
Health & Rehab