Early Interventionist/ Infant Development Specialist (EI/IDS), Clinic Based
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 Antioch, 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.
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:
Provide direct instruction to toddlers in a clinic/preschool setting
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
Conduct developmental assessments and write reports
Coach caregivers during sessions to support carryover of skills
Collaborate with other specialists and participate in team meetings
Contribute to IFSP goals and documentation
Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of experience in early intervention (ages 0–3)
Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (Master’s a plus)
Strong knowledge of typical and atypical development
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Spanish-speaking is a plus
Clinic or preschool experience strongly preferred
Benefits:
Competitive salary: $50,000–$80,000/year
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
PTO and paid holidays
CEU/study group reimbursement
Fringe reimbursement (phone, internet, etc.)
Mileage and travel time reimbursement (if applicable)
Paid mentorship and career support
Employee referral bonuses