Developmental Specialist

About Tesh: We are a nationally accredited private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing child development, independent living, and employment choices and training to people of all ages with disabilities seeking greater independence, self-sufficiency, and participation in our community. We have served over 20,000 children and adults with disabilities since 1976.

Work Environment: Our culture is one of dedication to the clients that we serve and to the people we work with. Our Tesh team is collaborative, and we work hard to provide a friendly atmosphere. We are looking for someone who values working together and sharing information in the best interest of serving our clients.

Essential Job Duties:

• Administer or interpret appropriate assessment instruments to determine client’s skill level.
• Write assessments, client plans and reviews.
• Assure all clients coming in meet program requirements.
• Assure training progress is documented and advancement monitored.
• Utilize assessment information to determine long- and short-term treatment objectives.
• Serve as program advocate and integrate program activities with other service providers.
• Observe Rehabilitation Technicians monthly; conduct staff evaluations annually.
• Consult with parents, staff, case managers and other community resources regarding clients’ progress, specific disabilities, and behavior management techniques.
• Provide training to staff.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 240 hours of professionally supervised experience with individuals who have developmental disability.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in special education, early childhood special education, speech and language pathology, applied behavioral analysis, psychology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, social work, or therapeutic recreation.
• Provide a copy of the degree along with something authenticating the degree: a sealed transcript, a release to secure a copy of the degree to Tesh from the college or university it was received from, etc.
• Maintain funding agency standards and requirements.
• Document participation in at least 12 hours of training each year.
• Work well with others.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Pass national background check and drug screening.
• Paid experience in rehabilitation appreciated but not necessary.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Have an excellent driving record.
• Provide driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Work Schedule:

Salaried exempt position with office hours Monday through Friday during the day; full time schedule requires a minimum of 36 hours per week; must be available to clients and staff.

Wage:

Starting wage $18/hr

Fringe Benefits:

• Employees working full-time are eligible for full benefits, employees working an average of 25 hours/week for three consecutive months will be eligible for pro-rated health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision. Paid holiday, sick, and vacation also pro-rated.
• 401K/retirement account

This job description is general in nature and not intended to be exhaustive. Tesh reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Tesh, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer, compliant with ADA and Affirmative Action requirements.

Tesh, Inc. is a Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco/Vape Free Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 240 hours of professionally supervised experience with individuals who have developmental disabilities.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Coeur D Alene, ID 83815 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person