Assist in the planning, organizing and implementation of the early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental disabilities within the counties served by Kid-Link. Position may base out of Stockton, Russell, or Hays, Kansas. Starting Salary $62,000-$85,000, increase available contingent on experience and licensing. Physical Therapist License Required.

Kid-Link Early Intervention is an evidence based coaching model that provides therapy services in the child’s natural setting. The therapist will assist, evaluate and provide assistance in the development of the Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP) in meeting goals that are driven by the family outcomes desired Work with the Kid-Link.

Essential Functions

Work jointly with the Director,  Family Services Manager and Kid-Link team to implement policies pertaining to the Kid-Link Program. 

Serve as Primary Service Provider (PSP) and Joint Visitor as appropriate assigned caseload. Consult with team members in strategies and coaching to assist identified outcomes.

Act as the contact person for parents and other service providers linked to the Kid-Link early intervention program.

Report to the Director and Family Services Manager on potential problems within the Kid-Link program and other agencies associated with Kid-Link.

Participate in DSNWK long range planning process and the Kid-Link Network Continuous Improvement Plan by completing goals and objectives and reporting outcomes to the Family Service Manager.

Follow the procedures developed by DSNWK, the Kansas State Board, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and follow the Procedure Manual for Infant Toddler Services in Kansas.

Keep current on information, research and legislative concerns related to early intervention services and take action as needed to support the program.

Collaborate with the Kid-Link team to develop and ensure the implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan for each child in the Kid-Link program.

Ensure the Infant Toddler database for Kansas Part C services is utilized with data entry, maintenance and revisions as required of the IFSP.

Complete appropriate screening and assessments for determining eligibility for infants and toddlers in the counties served.

Meet with Part B personnel to assist in transition communication and planning. 

Complete required reports according to agency and State policies, licensure and accreditation standards in a timely manner. 

Complete the Child Outcomes Summary forms per state requirements. 

Assist with the transition process for children entering/exiting the Kid-Link program to facilitate a smooth and timely transition. 

Assist with Kid-Link public awareness for early intervention services, child find and fundraising activities.

Obtain training necessary to maintain licensing and DSNWK training requirements.

Participate in agency, community and state meetings and activities as directed. 

Ensure rights of the Kid-Link children are maintained.

Report health, safety and ANE issues to appropriate personnel per agency policies, In addition, report to the state as required for mandates for ANE issues.

Maintain license and licensing insurance.

Provide information and resources to parents, which will enable them to support their child's developmental progress.

Provide therapy notes and documentation as required by Kid-Link and state. Ensure that billings are entered per agency policy.

Assist staff in reporting transportation related items (ie. end of month mileage report, repairs).

HIPAA Compliance

This position is responsible for maintaining confidentiality for all PHI and EPHI that is shared with them. This employee will have access to all PHI and ePHI for individuals whom they support as a member of the IFSP Team or for whom they provide back-up services and involvement in investigations, as required. 

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