Social Worker (Early Intervention)

Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children’s lives? Look no further and join the team at Meeting Street! Meeting Street is a special place of learning, where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential.

This is an exciting time to join Meeting Street as we are nearing completion of our brand-new Early Childhood Center!

Full-time employees receive:

• Competitive Pay
• $2,500 sign on bonus
• Generous PTO
• 13 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and MORE

Meeting Street is currently looking for a Social Worker for Early Intervention working 40 hours weekly.

Duties:

• Partner and provide psychological support and services to families of infants or toddlers with or at risk for developmental delay(s) so that the child can develop to their fullest potential and participate functionally within his/her family and community by addressing problems in the child’s growth and development
• Guide families through the eligibility process by providing initial contact and introduction to Early Intervention services and perform the intake and evaluation of new clients.
• Provide services to families by establishing and working towards family level goals, connecting, and introducing them to community resources, promoting advocacy, and consulting with external doctors and professionals.
• Serve as a case manager by maintaining appropriate documentation and timelines for clients and providing service coordination among a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and educators.
• Support families in promoting their child’s development, parenting strategies, behaviors, social/emotional needs, and establishing routines through the coaching model.
• Work with school departments and other providers through the transition process and promote parent advocacy as clients prepare to discharge.

Requirements:

• Licensed as a LCSW or LICSW by the Rhode Island Department of Health Board of Social Work Examiners.
• Experience providing support to children and/or families with complex dynamics and/or high level of needs.
• A valid Driver’s License and ability to provide own transportation to appointments.

Meeting Street believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our community’s future strength rests firmly on our commitment to our values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity, and excellence. To uphold these commitments, we expect all employees to recognize and properly respond to racism and other forms of injustice.