Summary
Developmental Specialists are members of a team responsible for providing high-quality services to adults with developmental disabilities.
Schedule: Monday ? Friday 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. (Flex hours, based on client needs)
Local travel as needed.
Essential Job Functions
- Responsible for implementing Individual Support Plans.
- Responsible for producing accurate, legible, and timely documentation for Individuals.
- Responsible for contributing ideas for program design and activities that are appropriate for
the individuals to the program manager as part of their individual support plan.
- Serves as a program staff to assigned individuals to enhance the services designed and
provided by the Program Manager.
- Train Individuals with any activities of daily living (ADLs) as applicable to each Individual's
abilities.
- Responsible for the health, safety, and well-being of Individuals served, seeking assistance and
medical interventions as appropriate.
- Ensures groups and activities are delivered in a manner that meet the learning styles of the
individuals, following their implementation strategies.
- Responsible for transporting individuals to and from activities in the community using own
vehicle.
- Assist with transportation to appointments and be available for consultation with providers if
needed.
- Provides support to Individuals to assist them with developing problem-solving and
decision-making skills.
- Identifies interfering behavior and implements behavioral interventions.
- Participates in regular team meetings and clinical discussions regarding Individuals.
Experience & Education
- Bachelor's degree in the human service-related field OR 2 years of demonstrated ability
working with persons with developmental disabilities.
- At least 1 year of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.
Employee Benefits
- Medical & Dental Plans
- Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- B Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Generous Paid Time Off and Vacation Time