Early Interventionist/ Infant Development Specialist (EI/IDS), Clinic Based
Ascend Rehab Services Inc · ascendrehabinc.com
HaywardOn-siteEntry level2+ yrs
The job in short
Early intervention developmental specialist working with toddlers in a clinic and preschool setting.
Insurance
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-09-25
- Location as listed
- Hayward, CA
- Role
- Allied Health (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
About Us:
Ascend Rehab Services, Inc. is a woman-led, multidisciplinary company serving children across Northern California since 2004. We are proud to partner with the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) to deliver high-quality early intervention services. At Ascend, every day holds the possibility of a miracle, and we strive to grow, learn, and thrive just like the children we support.
Overview:
Ascend Rehab Services is hiring an experienced and passionate Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist (IDS) to join our team in Hayward, CA. This position is based in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting—not home-based—and focuses on supporting toddlers ages 18 to 36 months with developmental delays. The ideal candidate would start on a part time to full time basis with our AM class between 8:30am - 1pm but there is flexiblity.
You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, IDSs) to provide services that promote developmental milestones through direct instruction and caregiver coaching. If you want a meaningful, team-oriented role with growth potential, join us!
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide direct instruction to toddlers in a clinic/preschool setting
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Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
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Conduct developmental assessments and write reports
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Coach caregivers during sessions to support carryover of skills
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Collaborate with other specialists and participate in team meetings
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Contribute to IFSP goals and documentation
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years of experience in early intervention (ages 0–3)
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Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (Master’s a plus)
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Strong knowledge of typical and atypical development
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Spanish-speaking is a plus
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Clinic or preschool experience strongly preferred
Benefits:
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Competitive salary: $50,000–$85,000/year
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Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
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401(k) with employer match
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PTO and paid holidays
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CEU/study group reimbursement
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Fringe reimbursement (phone, internet, etc.)
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Mileage and travel time reimbursement (if applicable)
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Paid mentorship and career support
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Employee referral bonuses
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