What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Specialist, Pediatric - Special Services (Casual 19.99 hrs) (Galveston) position at UTMB Health?
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Child Development or related field or equivalent and one year related experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To provide comprehensive development programs and assessment for preschool ages.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates developmental programs for infants and preschoolers.
Trains parents to be facilitator of child's programs.
Provides case management and support to families.
Functions as a part of an interdisciplinary team in assessment and planning for children.
Determines if program objectives are being met and recommends testing to measure effectiveness of instructions.
Provides case management and family documentation through reports, case files, and other related records.
Participates in overall project work plan and project evaluation/quality assurance efforts.
Adheres to internal controls established for department.
Performs related duties as required
Obtaining detailed developmental, medical, and educational histories.
Educating and supporting families on special education processes, services, and advocacy.
Assisting families with school enrollment and access to Early Childhood Special Education and other school-based services.
Supporting parents in navigating school systems and securing appropriate educational accommodations and resources.
Facilitating communication and information-sharing among families, schools, healthcare providers, and the Special Education Navigator to ensure children receive educational services appropriate to their needs.
Providing ongoing consultation on educational needs between clinic visits.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.