Developmental Specialist

Job Summary

The Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Developmental Specialist to coach, assess, promote, and encourage learning by enhancing routines in partnership with parents/families, and team members that invite play, movement and active exploration in natural environments; assess development in a natural environment. The nature of work of the Developmental Specialist will include, but is not limited to, the following:

• Perform developmental evaluations/assessments in the home or in a community setting of the family choice.
• Perform and document the routine based interview (RBI) in collaboration with the family and/or Core Team members.
• Work collaboratively with transdisciplinary Core Team members, including parents, service coordinators and therapists in the development and implementation of the IFSP.
• Develop IFSP outcomes with family, within their everyday routines and activities identified as important by the parent/primary caregiver.
• Perform data entry into the Evidence-Based Early Intervention (EBEI) database as directed.
• Provide demonstration, modeling, coaching and consultation to parents to enhance their use of strategies to achieve outcomes.
• Inform parents of available services and resources as they relate to and support IFSP outcomes.
• Provide public and private agencies information about the early intervention program of the Cuyahoga DD.
• Together with the Service Coordinator, assist parents and children with transition at age three into their educational environment.
• Maintain accurate records of individual child's progress per the IFSP and during regular home visits. Complete paperwork and documentation necessary for ongoing programming.

• All newly hired employees in this position walk through the door earning
• Over 40 paid days off a year, including holidays.
• Flexible work schedule.
• The ability to work remote and in the community (some in-office meetings required.)
• A great government Pension through Ohio PERS.
• Fantastic Major Medical insurance.
• Free Dental, Vision, Life, and Temporary disability Insurance
• Professional Development Reimbursement each year.
• Membership dues reimbursement each year.
• Mileage Reimbursement at the IRS rate.
• Working here qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Pay Increases, and so much more.

If you would like a much more comprehensive look at the benefits package,  to download a pdf with more detailed information.

The actual starting salary will depend on degree (BA vs. MA) and relevant work experience. Note that the starting range for someone holding a BA degree is $50,000 - $52,500. The starting range for a MA degree is $56,000 - $58,800. These starting salary ranges are firm and outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement that covers this position. We seek to attract diverse staff who desire to inspire, promote abilities and talents, foster inclusion in all aspects of community life, and hold themselves and others to high expectations.

Home Base:
The Green Road Services Center is located in Highland Hills, Ohio.

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education or related field;
• Eligibility for the Department of Children & Youth Early Intervention Certification with the certification occurring within state statute time lines after hired.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with children with special needs ages 0-3 and their families, preferred;
• Valid driver's license and an excellent driving record.

• All applicants must apply ONLINE.
• External applicants are required to upload a resume that shows a detailed work history. This is important because this agency no longer requires that applicants complete an employment application. Therefore, the only way we will be able to review your employment history and ascertain your background and experience is through your resume. You are also encouraged to upload a cover letter that outlines your interest in this position.
  
  Resumes and letters are uploaded on your profile page once you apply for this position. Failure to provide a resume that outlines your work history will remove you from consideration.
• Current Cuyahoga DD employees are required to upload at least a detailed letter of interest that outlines your interest in this position and highlights your qualifications for this position.
• All candidates are asked to create an online profile and you may be asked to answer a series of questions.
• Immediately after applying, you will receive a confirmation of receipt by email. If you do not receive that email, check your spam folder. For any further questions about the application process, see the FAQ link below.

Open until filled.

The Cuyahoga County Board of DD is committed to treating every individual, family, employee, and applicant with dignity, respect and compassion regardless of a person’s sex,…