Child Development Specialist

Description

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Complete initial eligibility evaluations, Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP), 6 month progress reviews, annual evaluations, exit evaluations
• Write Evaluation Summary Reports and contributing information on IFSP’s and participate in all required meetings pertaining to position purpose
• Provide direct services utilizing the Family Training Model to promote appropriate child development
• Involve parents/families in techniques and activities to facilitate appropriate child development, as per Family Training Model
• Facilitate workshops, when appropriate
• Complete all required reports, session notes, and all other documentation applicable to duty
• Participate in staff meetings and/or professional development
• Fulfill job-related responsibilities in a manner reflecting professional and ethical standards of conduct that apply to their specific profession or discipline
• Perform other duties at Program Director’s request

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, human service, or education field; AND has at least one year of documented professional experience with individuals from birth to five years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities; OR at least six (6) credits in infant or early childhood development and/or special education coursework.