What are the responsibilities and job description for the Developmental Specialist position at Opportunities Unlimited, Inc.?
Developmental Specialist/Program Coordinator
$38,000-$50,000 DOE
Medical Benefits & 401K
This position is open in 3 of our branch offices, specifically, Lewiston ID, Grangeville ID, and Moscow ID.
Requirements:
- Must possess a Bachelors degree (Human Services field preferred but not required)
- 1 year experience working with persons with developmental disabilities and/or a minimum of 240 hours of professionally supervised experience with individuals who have developmental disabilities.
- State Background Check and criminal history must be passed at time of hire.
- First Aid and CPR certified (training provided if needed).
- Valid Drivers license and working personal vehicle with current insurance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Developmental Specialists must be able to preform the following duties:
- Work with interdisciplinary team to attain assessments and diagnostic documents to determine assessed needs of each participant.
- Write comprehensive developmental assessment that reflect the current status of participants
- Develop and implement program plans and objectives driven by the participant's goals and assessed needs
- Write specific skill assessments that further assesses an area of limitation, is related to goals on the ISP, and develops a baseline.
- Adjust program plans and objectives as needed and maintain adequate and current case records;
- Participate in initial and ongoing training and supervision of Direct Support Professionals in facilitation of developmental therapy.
- Provide supervision and scheduling for paraprofessional staff.
- Maintain exact billable hours for all participants and submit accurate billing weekly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
Opportunities Unlimited follows all CDC recommendations regarding COVID-19 precautions.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: One location
