Full-Time
Mental Health and Disabilities Specialist
Posted on 2/21/2026
Easterseals Disability & Community Services
Disability services, employment support, day programs
Compensation Overview
$34 - $38/hr
Ventura, CA, USA
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- Knowledge of policies and procedures of the California Department of Education, Child Development Division and the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing program regulations, funding terms and conditions (Title 5 and Title 22)
- Bachelor's degree or higher in related field of Psychology, Child Development, or Special Education
- Must have successfully completed an Infant toddler class from an accredited college with a B grade or better
- Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups. Must relate well to children and their families.
- Exercise sound judgment, establish and meet timelines, plan. Coordinate and implement school site programs.
- Possession of pediatric (infant/toddler) CPR and first aid certificate.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other related computer software.
- Pass FBI, DOJ and Criminal Background Check
- Ability to travel locally, maintain clean driving record, proper auto insurance and vehicle registration.
- Ability to stand for extended periods. Ability to reach, bend, stoop squat. Also possess fine manual dexterity, can push, pull, talk/hear, with near and far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision.
- Provide and ensure compliance within the Early Head Start Home Base services.
- Develop, maintain and track all Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) and Individual Education Plans (IEP), children's progress reports and all record-keeping documentation in cooperation with Head Start Performance Standards.
- Work collaboratively with staff and parents about issues related to atypical behavior or development and the individual needs of children.
- Conduct on site behavioral screenings on children within 45 days of enrollment.
- Identify resources in the community and secure Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with each agency.
- Assist in the development and presentation of staff in-service trainings regarding early intervention, and other related topics as directed.
- Attend IFSP/IEP meetings as directed.
- Perform other assignments as needed based on associate's expertise, knowledge, ability or needs of the program.
- Candidates with a specialization in Early Childhood Mental Health will stand out
Easterseals Northeast Indiana provides disability services across the region, helping people with disabilities participate in the community and find work. Its offerings include employment support, day programs, and other community-based services that are tailored to individual needs. The organization started in 1954 as a parent-led effort called the Johnny Appleseed School and grew over the years through partnerships with Easterseals and The Arc. In 2020 and 2021, it merged with RISE Inc. and Passages Inc. to expand its reach and services, and in January 2025 it unified under the Easterseals Northeast Indiana name. The company differentiates itself through its regional network and long-standing ties to national disability service organizations, plus the ability to integrate multiple local programs into a single system of services. Its goal is to help people with disabilities live more independently, participate fully in their communities, and access meaningful employment.
Company Size
N/A
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$1.8M
Headquarters
Santa Ana, California
Founded
1954
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Easterseals Greater Houston serves over 14,500 military families annually.
- Chicagoland offers diagnostic services, early intervention, and respite care.
- Comprehensive local programs expand reach in employment and community services.
What critics are saying
- United Way erodes employment services market share in 20+ states within 12–18 months.
- CMS July 2026 rule slashes waiver therapy reimbursements by $100M annually.
- Whistleblower lawsuit triggers $50M clawbacks across affiliates in 6–12 months.
What makes Easterseals Disability & Community Services unique
- Easterseals Colorado advances disabled employment via digital skills training in Lakewood.
- Harry's Buttons and Threads program delivers job training for disabled individuals.
- The Autism Program provides autism supports across multiple Illinois counties.
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Easterseals launches small group program 'Easterseals Connect' Evansville Courier & Press March 27, 2026, 4:01 a.m. CT EVANSVILLE - Evansville's Easterseals Rehabilitation Center this week launched Easterseals Connect, a small group community program intended to empower adults with disabilities to "develop meaningful connections and build real-world skills." "Easterseals Connect brings services directly into the community, where life happens every day," said Rusty Schimmell, Easterseals vice president of rehabilitation and vocational services, in a statement issued Wednesday morning. Easterseals Connect will provide services in locations or "hubs," each one serving 8-12 individuals, Easterseals said. The organization said participants "will receive personalized support while pursuing their own interests and goals." "This concept allows us to offer a wide range of opportunities for learning, growth and inclusion," Schimmell said. The first Easterseals Connect Hub launched at Crossroads Christian Church in Newburgh on Monday. Easterseals said church leaders and members collaborated with the organization for months, renovating an area on the church campus to host the new program. "Crossroads is honored to host the first Easterseals Connect site," said John Heflick, Crossroads local engagement lead. "We are grateful to learn from Easterseals' expertise as we continue growing into a church where people of all abilities are included in every area of church life, reflecting our vision to live and love like Jesus." Connect Hubs are intentionally designed with different areas of focus and flexible schedules, Easterseals said, reflecting the organization's belief that every person is unique. Participants at the Crossroads Hub will be able to engage in skills-based learning and community experiences and to learn vocational skills by volunteering at Crossroads and with other community partners. Easterseals anticipates other Easterseals Connect Hubs will launch in various community locations in the next few months. Interested individuals, families, and potential hub partners may contact Julie Butts, Easterseals director of community integration, at [email protected] or by calling 812-479-1411, ext. 214. More information is also available at www.eastersealsrehabcenter.com. Dexcom G7 15 Day is proven to lower A1C and increase time in range.[3−7]Dexcom G7 15 Day shows your glucose in real time, so you can make more informed decisions, and better control[1−2] your diabetes for a healthier tomorrow. Click for data and safety information.Dexcom | Ad All-Inclusive Resort in Riviera MayaAll inclusive hotel for VIP families. Experience a unique vacation in the Riviera Maya from this oasis of tranquility designed exclusively for the whole family.Palladium Hotel Group | Ad
PHP Foundation grant helps support clinic. Funds benefit Cardinal Services and Easterseals Northeast Indiana. Fort Wayne, Ind. - PHP Foundation awarded a grant of $25,000 to Easterseals Northern Indiana to help support on-site clinics at Cardinal Services in Warsaw and Easterseals Northeast Indiana in Fort Wayne. The purpose of the funding is to improve overall health and well-being for people with disabilities by promoting regular health monitoring, improving early detection and intervention for health concerns, and providing targeted mental health support. The clinics at Cardinal Services and Easterseals Northeast Indiana provided care to about 650 people in 2024. With the grant, which provides partial support for the clinics from May 2025 through April 2026, the organizations hope to increase that total to 700. The clinics at each location were established to help ensure people with disabilities served by the organizations have access to high quality medical and psychiatric care in a familiar, welcoming environment. Goals for the clinics include: * Improving key health indicators such as BMI, blood pressure, and medication side effects * Reducing external healthcare visits, minimizing logistical burdens for individuals and families * Expanding mental health services Easterseals Northern Indiana is the parent organization for Easterseals Northeast Indiana and Cardinal Services.
Easterseals kicks off 32nd annual Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights setup in Garvin Park. * megan garrett * nov 3, 2025 updated nov 3, 2025 * 0. EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) - Easterseals is gearing up for the 32nd Annual Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights. Volunteers began setup on Saturday, November 1st, starting at 7 a.m. at Garvin Park. This year's holiday display will feature the largest number of light exhibits ever, with 95 elaborate scenes illuminating the park for the season. Dozens of volunteers from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, the National Electrical Contractors Association, and Electrical JATC worked on assembling the displays. Volunteers will continue connecting power and fine-tuning details until opening night on Thanksgiving. Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights runs nightly from Thanksgiving through January 1st. The drive-through hours are: Top videos. * Sunday-Thursday: 5-9 p.m. * Friday, Saturday, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day: 5-10 p.m. * Up to 6 people: $7 * 7-14 people: $10 * 15+ people: $25 Visitors can also enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride for $30, which includes admission, or participate in the Bright Lights 5K/1-Mile Walk on December 3rd. The annual drive-through event benefits the Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, which serves more than 5,900 children and adults with disabilities across southwestern Indiana, southern Illinois, and western Kentucky.
Easterseals Midwest opens new clinic in Cape Girardeau to expand autism services. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Easterseals Midwest will expand its autism services with a new clinic in Cape Girardeau. According to a news release from the organization, the new 18,000-square-foot facility on Doctors Park Drive will have individualized therapy and family support to meet the growing needs in southeast Missouri. They'll be celebrating the opening with a community open house and Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. You can tour the clinic, see the therapy and program spaces and meet the team. "We chose to purchase this property as an investment in the future of Southeast Missouri, ensuring families no longer have to look far for hope and support," Tec Chapman, executive vice president & chief program officer at Easterseals Midwest, said in a news release. "This new building is a promise to the community that we're here to meet their needs." According to Easterseals Midwest, the Cape Girardeau ABA Clinic employs about 35 people and serves more than 500 children and families.
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