The Role of the DT in Early Intervention

Description

What exactly is a “Developmental Therapist” and what is their role in Early Intervention? Early Intervention is a unique field; different from almost any other setting or model of service delivery you may have experienced. As a new practitioner, it can be overwhelming to wade through policies, procedures, the steps needed to become credentialed and how to orient yourself to the system as a whole. At the heart of the matter, though is how well you understand and feel prepared to begin your work with children and families! This three day linked series of face to face workshops and assigned homework is designed to prepare new DTs as they enter the early intervention workforce. Join us for three days of discussion, networking, and problem solving that will utilize reflective videos, group activities and hands on practice with strategies you can use in your day to day work! This series would also be appropriate for DTs who have been in the field less than 5 years.

Participants must attend all three sessions of this linked series to receive attendance credit. No partial credit will be awarded.

The three sessions are scheduled as follows

Thursday, May 7th - Session 1 from 9 am to 3 pm

Tuesday, May 19th - Session 2 from 9 am to 3 pm

Thursday, June 4th - Session 3 from 9 am to 3 pm


Location University of St. Francis
500 Wilcox St.
Joliet, IL 60435
Date 5/7/2015 9:00 AM - 6/4/2015 3:00 PM (Check in 8:30 AM)
Sponsor Illinois Developmental Therapy Association
Trainer Amy Cocorikis
Contact Illinois Developmental Therapy Association (888) 610-6604 info@illinoisdta.org
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
6. Periodic monitoring
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 2.0 - Assessment
1.0 - Atypical Development
4.0 - Intervention
1.0 - Typical Development
7.0 - Working with Families
Cost $100 non members /$75 for paid IDTA members
Status Closed