Developmental Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY: The Developmental Specialist, trained in infant-toddler development and evidence-based family centered practices, provides services to families with children ages birth through two (2) who are developmentally delayed. Implementing a Primary Service Provider approach, the Developmental Specialist works closely with the family and other disciplines on the Early Intervention team to enhance the child’s development and the family’s ability to be confident, competent caregivers. The incumbent must be able to work independently within the family’s natural environment.

As an employee of the Miami County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Riverside), the job incumbent shall always comply with all Board policies, and shall demonstrate respect for, support the dignity of, and observe the rights of all individuals served by the Board and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse beliefs, cultures, values and family structures.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or graduate level degree in any field from an accredited college or university and at least two years of paid experience working with children, birth through age five with disabilities, developmental delays or diagnosed physical or mental conditions that have a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. Ability to obtain and maintain Ohio Early Intervention Developmental Specialist Credentialing within the probationary period. May be required to lift, carry and move children with disabilities (weighs up to 50 pounds unassisted) in a safe manner. Must satisfactorily pass post-offer medical physical demands analysis and consistently maintain ability to pass such testing. Strong oral and written communication. Competency in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to abide by MCBDD’s Code of Conduct. Satisfactory criminal background and Abuser Registry checks. Satisfactory pre-employment drug test. Possess valid State of Ohio driver’s license with less than (6) violations on record.

DUTIES: With the family and other members of the Early Intervention team, plans and develops functional outcomes and evidence-based strategies to support families with eligible children in their daily activities. These strategies require the ability to value diversity in terms of cultural, socio-economic and individualized customer service toward the family and child. Communicate with families regarding their child. These activities require competency in building trust with the child and family, excellent interviewing skills, knowledge of child development and coaching adult learners. Must be able to read and synthesize information from multiple sources. Participates in conferences with family members and service providers and community agencies to discuss progress and planning. The incumbent must be able to initiate necessary change processes to motivate, analyze and summarize team discussions. Complete eligibility evaluations and assessments for program planning, as well as family directed and functional assessments, completes required forms and documentation. Utilizes team input to maintain ongoing assessment of each child’s progress; prepares strategies for outcomes selected by the family; prepares reports for reviews when requested by the family or for other official purposes.

These duties are illustrative only and you may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: The Miami County Board of Commissioners, including those agencies under other elected officials, is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities that can be reasonably accommodated, or veteran status. The County complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

This policy prohibits both discrimination based on any of the above-listed protected characteristics, retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct, or participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.

Salary : $25 - $36