Developmental Specialist

Mahoning County Board Of Developmental Disabilitie   Youngstown, OH   Full-time     Education
Posted on October 29, 2024
MAHONING COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL
DISABILITIES
Job Opening

POSITION: Developmental Specialist

DUTIES (include but not limited to the following):

* Conducts developmental evaluations/assessments in the home or in a community setting to determine a child's Part C eligibility and plan
service needs

* Develops individualized, evidence-based strategies which promote planned interactions and active participation of caregivers, children,
materials, and the specific environment that leads to achieving IFSP outcomes

* Uses a coaching interaction style that provides families and caregivers with information, skills, and support related to enhancing a child's
development

* Functions as a Primary Service Provider (PSP) to deliver special
instruction in the child's home or community setting in accordance with Chapter 5123-10 of the OAC

* Promotes an infant's or toddler's acquisition of functional skills across developmental areas, including cognitive processes and social
interaction through adaptation of the child's learning environment

* Uses formal and informal methods to provide ongoing assessment and progress monitoring

* Participates as a member of the trans-disciplinary team; attends weekly team meetings, semi-annual IFSP meetings, and Transition Planning Conferences



QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
(include but not limited to the following):

* Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education or related field

* Eligible for Developmental Specialist certification issued by DoDD, as outlined in Ohio Administrative Code 5123-10-05

* Knowledge of infant and toddler development and evaluation and
assessment tools

* Knowledge of evidenced-based intervention strategies, parent coaching interactions, and adult learning preferences

* Evidence of a valid driver's license in state of residence, good driving record and full liability coverage on any vehicle used for transportation; continued maintenance of excellent driving record

* Able to establish and maintain positive rapport with child and family members

* Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Possess PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications;
proficiency in iPad use

SALARY: As per schedule HOURS: 40 hrs/week, variable and flexible per program needs

MAHONING COUNTY BOARD OF DD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Please send resume to: mcbddhr@mahoningcountyoh.gov
Or apply on our website: www.mahoningdd.org

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