MECA Therapies LLC
Overview
MECA Therapies, LLC is looking for a Developmental Specialist to join our professional team. MECA Therapies is the largest pediatric rehabilitation provider in New Mexico. Our mission is to ensure families and their children have access to the highest quality of care in the communities we serve. The Developmental Specialist provides special instruction to families with the information, skills, and support to enhance the child’s development. Services address all developmental areas: cognitive, communication, physical/motor (including vision and hearing), social or emotional, and adaptive development. Services are provided in collaboration with the family and other early intervention personnel in accordance with the IFSP and conducted in home and community settings. Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Licensure
Developmental Specialist I Advanced:
A two-year Associate level college degree in Early Childhood or related fields listed in Developmental Specialist Certification Policy (2008), section J, and a professional license, if applicable, in a related field. Developmental Specialist II:
A four-year bachelor’s level degree in Early Childhood or related fields listed in Developmental Specialist Certification Policy (2008), section J. Developmental Specialist III:
An advanced master’s degree in Early Childhood or related fields listed in Developmental Specialist Certification Policy (2008), section J. General Requirements
Certificate of Special Instruction through the NM FIT program Completion of an Individualized Professional Development Plan (IPDP) Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows Proficient organizational and record keeping skills Effective oral and written communication Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills Ability to train clients, family members and professionals Exercise a high level of confidentiality Completion of Family Infant Toddler online trainings Completion of Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment Certification (IDA) Completion of ECO Certification Essential Duties
The DS will operate within Local, State and Federal Regulations as well as adhere to MECA Therapies’ policies and procedures. Essential duties include but are not limited to the following: Participating in the Comprehensive Evaluation to determine a child’s eligibility for the FIT program. Providing families with information, skills, and support to enhance their child’s development in all areas including cognitive, communication, physical/motor, social or emotional, and adaptive development. Providing developmental consultation services with families, and implementing planned activities that promote healthy development and achievement of outcomes in the child’s IFSP. Writing evaluation reports with technical accuracy. Seeking information from medical and/or other resources as needed to implement treatment strategies. Utilizing time in sessions efficiently to meet objectives. Providing accurate and immediate feedback to the client and/or family. Planning for discharge of the person served. Supporting individuals in making choices about their daily lives and finding overall purpose and direction as requested. Providing direct support in area of expertise. Completing necessary data collection and reporting tools as mandated by MECA Therapies’ executive management, programs, and primary contracting agencies including NM Department of Health and Local Education Agencies, and any other agencies in which MECA provides services. Complying with company policies and procedures for all business and support practices. Maintaining effective communications at all levels within the company, and acknowledge and follow the chain of command established by MECA Therapies. Treating all individuals served, all employees and other stakeholders with dignity and respect. Adhering to all NM ECECD requirements regarding Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, including reporting procedures for such incidences. Maintaining compliance with NM ECECD rules and regulations, as well as NMAC and IDEA. Participating in the interview process for prospective employees as deemed necessary. Providing Transdisciplinary Team Consultation Meetings (TTCM) consultation services that include consultation with families, professionals and implementation of planned activities that promote the child’s healthy development and achievement of outcomes in the child’s IFSP. Caseload Assignments
The DSs will be assigned a weekly caseload by the program director or designated staff member. Community positions will be considered full-time with a caseload of 27 clients per week, equating to 1,252 direct therapy visits per year, or part-time equivalent. Providing services according to the child’s IFSP. Productivity
The DS will achieve the productivity expectations set by MECA Therapies’ management, including achieving a 90% performance goal. Documentation
The DS will accurately collect data on persons served and ensure information is accurate and filed in a timely manner by adhering to the following: Document therapy sessions and progress FIT documentation to occur at the time of visit, submitted daily Any therapist needing additional time beyond their regularly scheduled time must contact the Director for approval Completing progress notes with the team at 6-month review Documenting TTCM meetings Update and complete HELP Strands at TTCM meetings or as needed Staff Development and Training
The DS will provide the necessary support, training, and guidance in their provision of services to the clients and consumers served. The DS must comply with all mandatory trainings identified by their licensing board as well as trainings mandated by their supervisor(s) and/or company by adhering to the following: Include the family in setting treatment goals and training families on specific treatment strategies and carryover skills for the client/patient. Consult and provide in-house trainings to other staff members. Maintain appropriate certification through the NM FIT Program. Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings. Supervision
DS I’s must be supervised 100% of the time while working with the client. All DS’s, including sub-contractors, must receive reflective supervision at least once a month. It is possible that DS II’s and III’s will be asked to supervise or mentor designated EC staff. Quality Assurance
The DS will maintain quality services for the persons served by adhering to the following: Acknowledging and respecting the rights of persons served at all times. Ensuring all therapy and related activities are ethical and in compliance with MECA policies and procedures.
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MECA Therapies, LLC is looking for a Developmental Specialist to join our professional team. MECA Therapies is the largest pediatric rehabilitation provider in New Mexico. Our mission is to ensure families and their children have access to the highest quality of care in the communities we serve. The Developmental Specialist provides special instruction to families with the information, skills, and support to enhance the child’s development. Services address all developmental areas: cognitive, communication, physical/motor (including vision and hearing), social or emotional, and adaptive development. Services are provided in collaboration with the family and other early intervention personnel in accordance with the IFSP and conducted in home and community settings. Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Licensure
Developmental Specialist I Advanced:
A two-year Associate level college degree in Early Childhood or related fields listed in Developmental Specialist Certification Policy (2008), section J, and a professional license, if applicable, in a related field. Developmental Specialist II:
A four-year bachelor’s level degree in Early Childhood or related fields listed in Developmental Specialist Certification Policy (2008), section J. Developmental Specialist III:
An advanced master’s degree in Early Childhood or related fields listed in Developmental Specialist Certification Policy (2008), section J. General Requirements
Certificate of Special Instruction through the NM FIT program Completion of an Individualized Professional Development Plan (IPDP) Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows Proficient organizational and record keeping skills Effective oral and written communication Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills Ability to train clients, family members and professionals Exercise a high level of confidentiality Completion of Family Infant Toddler online trainings Completion of Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment Certification (IDA) Completion of ECO Certification Essential Duties
The DS will operate within Local, State and Federal Regulations as well as adhere to MECA Therapies’ policies and procedures. Essential duties include but are not limited to the following: Participating in the Comprehensive Evaluation to determine a child’s eligibility for the FIT program. Providing families with information, skills, and support to enhance their child’s development in all areas including cognitive, communication, physical/motor, social or emotional, and adaptive development. Providing developmental consultation services with families, and implementing planned activities that promote healthy development and achievement of outcomes in the child’s IFSP. Writing evaluation reports with technical accuracy. Seeking information from medical and/or other resources as needed to implement treatment strategies. Utilizing time in sessions efficiently to meet objectives. Providing accurate and immediate feedback to the client and/or family. Planning for discharge of the person served. Supporting individuals in making choices about their daily lives and finding overall purpose and direction as requested. Providing direct support in area of expertise. Completing necessary data collection and reporting tools as mandated by MECA Therapies’ executive management, programs, and primary contracting agencies including NM Department of Health and Local Education Agencies, and any other agencies in which MECA provides services. Complying with company policies and procedures for all business and support practices. Maintaining effective communications at all levels within the company, and acknowledge and follow the chain of command established by MECA Therapies. Treating all individuals served, all employees and other stakeholders with dignity and respect. Adhering to all NM ECECD requirements regarding Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, including reporting procedures for such incidences. Maintaining compliance with NM ECECD rules and regulations, as well as NMAC and IDEA. Participating in the interview process for prospective employees as deemed necessary. Providing Transdisciplinary Team Consultation Meetings (TTCM) consultation services that include consultation with families, professionals and implementation of planned activities that promote the child’s healthy development and achievement of outcomes in the child’s IFSP. Caseload Assignments
The DSs will be assigned a weekly caseload by the program director or designated staff member. Community positions will be considered full-time with a caseload of 27 clients per week, equating to 1,252 direct therapy visits per year, or part-time equivalent. Providing services according to the child’s IFSP. Productivity
The DS will achieve the productivity expectations set by MECA Therapies’ management, including achieving a 90% performance goal. Documentation
The DS will accurately collect data on persons served and ensure information is accurate and filed in a timely manner by adhering to the following: Document therapy sessions and progress FIT documentation to occur at the time of visit, submitted daily Any therapist needing additional time beyond their regularly scheduled time must contact the Director for approval Completing progress notes with the team at 6-month review Documenting TTCM meetings Update and complete HELP Strands at TTCM meetings or as needed Staff Development and Training
The DS will provide the necessary support, training, and guidance in their provision of services to the clients and consumers served. The DS must comply with all mandatory trainings identified by their licensing board as well as trainings mandated by their supervisor(s) and/or company by adhering to the following: Include the family in setting treatment goals and training families on specific treatment strategies and carryover skills for the client/patient. Consult and provide in-house trainings to other staff members. Maintain appropriate certification through the NM FIT Program. Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings. Supervision
DS I’s must be supervised 100% of the time while working with the client. All DS’s, including sub-contractors, must receive reflective supervision at least once a month. It is possible that DS II’s and III’s will be asked to supervise or mentor designated EC staff. Quality Assurance
The DS will maintain quality services for the persons served by adhering to the following: Acknowledging and respecting the rights of persons served at all times. Ensuring all therapy and related activities are ethical and in compliance with MECA policies and procedures.
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