Child Development Specialist (CDS)

• Join Our Team:

  Child Development Specialist (CDS)
• Community Therapy Services
• , a division of
• The Stepping Stones Group
• , is seeking a passionate and qualified
• Child Development Specialist
• to support young children and families through early intervention services. If you're dedicated to early childhood development and ready to make a lasting impact, this role is for you!

• Location:

• Sylmar, CA

• Pay:

• $23.00 - $32.00 per hour

• Schedule:

• Part-time to start, with opportunity to grow into a full-time caseload
• Position Overview
• As a Child Development Specialist, you'll provide
• in-home and community-based services
• to infants and toddlers (0-3 population). You will play a key role in supporting developmental milestones, coaching caregivers, and partnering with families and interdisciplinary team members to ensure each child's growth and success.
• Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in
• early childhood education or child development
• (required)
• 2+ years of experience as a CDS or in a similar role
• Fluent in English;
• bilingual skills
• a plus
• Strong knowledge of
• early intervention principles and strategies
• Excellent
• time management
• and
• communication
• skills
• Reliable transportation for travel across service areas
• Able to pass
• background check
• and comply with HIPAA guidelines
• Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid CEUs & Professional Development Support
• Employee Referral Program
• Clinical Responsibilities
• Provide generalized therapy across all developmental domains through early intervention principles in home and community settings.
• Conduct developmental assessments and mentor other Child Development Specialists.
• Create and assign parent education goals, and deliver caregiver training.
• Utilize a data collection platform to track skill growth and complete interdisciplinary reports.
• Collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and other team members.
• Professional Responsibilities
• Arrive on time to scheduled sessions and maintain professionalism.
• Follow dress code and guidelines as outlined in the BLC-SSG handbook.
• Communicate schedule changes (e.g., make-ups, cancellations) with parents, supervisors, and the administrative team.
• Adhere to attendance and missed shift policies outlined in program manuals.
• Accept and implement guidance from supervisors and Regional Clinical Managers/Directors.
• Attend quarterly team meetings.
• Manage caseload effectively to optimize service delivery.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate professionalism, patience, motivation, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintain confidentiality in line with BLC-SSG standards and HIPAA regulations.
• Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and navigation skills (knowledge of street routes/maps).
• Professional communication (avoid slang) across all interactions.
• Comfortable using electronic communication platforms.
• Reliable transportation with current liability insurance.
• Ability to pass
• Livescan fingerprinting
• and background check.
• Ability to comply with

BLC-SSG HIPAA

privacy and security practices.

• Physical & Mental Demands
• Ability to stand, sit, twist, kneel, crouch, walk, and play on the floor for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Respond appropriately to client behaviors, including potential elopement situations.
• Serve culturally and linguistically diverse families across varied socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Comfortable working in a variety of home environments, including those with limited resources.
• Capable of handling multiple concurrent tasks with interruptions while maintaining professionalism.
• Working Conditions
• Services provided in homes and community settings within
• San Fernando Valley, CA.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel between client homes and regional offices.
• Office-based work is moderately quiet, with regular use of phone, computer, and office equipment.
• Vision requirements include close work, report writing, and reviewing reports authored by peers.
• Why Join Us?
• At Community Therapy Services, we believe in transforming lives together.

As part of The Stepping Stones Group, you'll join a supportive team dedicated to helping children thrive and empowering the professionals who serve them.