Developmental Specialist III
Position Summary
This position provides early intervention services to families of eligible children age 0-3 in the YK Delta. This position functions independently in evaluation, reporting and interventions for infants and toddlers in the region. This position is responsible for administering eligibility testing, developmental assessments, report writing, development and implementation of the IFSP, and for all transition services. This position organizes family contact, family follow-up, play groups and other service involvement such as school special education teachers and Head Start educators. This position is a member of the ILP team and supports Napartet with value added ideas, patient centered excellence, and ILP standards of excellence. Other administrative tasks will be incorporated into daily the work flow.
Position Qualifications
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Special Education with licensure or a master's degree in early childhood special education.
Minimum Experience: 2 years of experience working in a field of Early childhood or preschool activity, teaching birth to three.
Knowledge of advanced developmental testing methods.
Experience with Special Needs children required.
6 education credits in Early Childhood Development required.
Licensing/Certification: Type A certification or applicable license. Infant CPR. Meet criteria for registration as System for Early Education Development (SEED) level 10.
Eligible for an NPI number and able to bill Medicaid for Developmental Therapy, Targeted Case management (TCM) and developmental evaluations.
Equipment
Screening tools targeting developmental and social-emotional delay.
IDA2 and ELAP or other evaluation tools as appropriate.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Training in Neuro-developmental treatment, Applied Behavior Analysis, Positive Behavioral Supports, Language Instruction, specialized strategies and trainings, leading play groups.
Training in Infant Mental Health and Trauma based care desired.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May supervise a DSI or DSII.
Signed off on paraprofessional staff documents.
Benefits
Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retail plans
Employee Wellness Center
Plus More!
Additional Information
ID: 15446
Location: Bethel
Department: Family Infant Toddler Program
Employment Duration: 80 Full time
Temporary Status: Not Applicable
Hours per Week: 40
Minimum Hourly Pay: $44.38
FLSA Status: Exempt