NDBI (Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention) Specialist

At Sehar – Ek Nayi Udaan, we believe every child learns best when they feel safe, connected, and understood. We are an early intervention and special education center rooted in play-based, relationship-centered, and neurodiversity-affirming practices.

We are looking for a warm, thoughtful, and child-led NDBI (Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention) Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team.

This role follows a session-wise work structure, where each child is seen individually as per scheduled sessions.**

If you are passionate about supporting autistic children through developmental, play-based, naturalistic approaches, we would love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct session-wise NDBI intervention sessions for children in early childhood
• Implement naturalistic, play-based strategies rooted in NDBI principles
• Follow the child’s lead and build engagement, joint attention, communication, and symbolic play
• Support development in early communication, social reciprocity, emotional regulation, and functional skills
• Coach parents in using NDBI strategies in daily routines
• Collaborate with special educators, psychologists, therapists, and developmental pediatricians
• Contribute to individualized plans and maintain clear documentation
• Create a warm, respectful, neurodiversity-affirming learning space for the child and family

Qualifications:

Candidates may come from one of the following fields with additional training in NDBI or related naturalistic developmental models (ESDM, JASPER, EMT, RIT, P-ESDM, PACT, etc.):

• Master’s/Bachelor’s in Psychology
• Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Degrees/diplomas in Early Childhood Care & Education
• Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP/MASLP)
• Occupational Therapy (BOT/MOT)
• Special Education (Diploma/B.Ed./M.Ed.)

Preferred:

• Experience working with autistic children in early childhood

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
• Hands-on learning with evidence-based early intervention models
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A chance to make a meaningful difference to children and families
• A workplace where empathy, creativity, and child-led care are valued

Expected Start Date: 01/12/2025

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From ₹5,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person