Developmental Specialist IDA PT
Developmental Specialist IDA PT
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Job Summary
Join us in making a difference at Home of Guiding Hands as we improve the quality of life for children with special needs. As a Developmental Specialist you will complete evaluations for young children between 03 years old who may have developmental delays. This position will be parttime up to 20 hours per week. HGH offers flexible schedules reimbursement for CEUs and licensing fees mileage reimbursements paid sick and vacation time medical/dental benefits and 403b retirement plans among other perks. Embark on a meaningful career with a leading nonprofit.
Tasks Duties and Responsibilities
- Communicates with assessment partner and family to confirm appointment.
- Completes Infant and Toddler Developmental Assessment and intake paperwork.
- Completes MCHAT review if autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is suspected.
- Reviews SDRC materials with family during assessment.
- Obtains and reviews vision/hearing screening forms.
- Develops report with a descriptive summary of the childs developmental competencies that include a performance age range.
- Assists in developing relevant portions of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).
- Prepares and completes the Provence Profile (IDA) and all intake forms for submission to supervisor within 72 hours of IDA completion.
- Maintains an IDA kit and assessment materials.
- Travels throughout Imperial countyto complete assessments in family homes and other community locations.
Values
Innovation We encourage creativity and innovation because we believe that by striving for more efficient and effective ways of doing things we can achieve exceptional results. Our drive for success is shared by all. Our organization focuses on solutions and refuses to maintain the status quo. We challenge our team to be ahead of industry trends as we strive to lead and not follow.
Collaboration We believe that working together collaboratively is the foundation of a culture that values teamwork communication and cooperation. This belief is central to every part of our business both internally and externally and strengthens our community.
Accountability We take responsibility for our actions and for delivering on our commitments. We believe that by being transparent and accountable we build trust and maintain the respect of our stakeholders.
Respect We treat everyone with respect and dignity. We value inclusivity and believe that by upholding a culture of respect we can foster a positive and supportive work environment. We treat others as we would want to be treated.
Empathy We value empathy and understanding in all our interactions. We seek to understand the perspectives and needs of our colleagues clients and stakeholders to meet them with kindness and compassion.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Education
- Bachelors Degree in a relevant field (Education Psychology Sociology Social Work etc..
- Experience providing services for or with children between the ages of four months to 3 years of age with established risk or those atrisk for Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability.
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
- Must receive criminal record clearance from DOJ.
- Must have a valid California Drivers license safe driving record and have been licensed to drive at least 2 years.
- Must maintain current and adequate auto insurance.
- Must obtain CPR/FA certification if not already certified (we offer training for new hires).
- Read write speak and understand the English language.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Collaborativeminded professional with strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to form positive supportive and professional working relationships.
- Detailoriented with ability to ensure accuracy of program documents and paperwork.
- Ability to manage work time efficiently and meet deadlines without close supervision.
- Ability to maintain cultural awareness and sensitivity in working with differing attitudes and lifestyles.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
The work environment for this position involves working with a variety of people in their homes and in the community. While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly required to see talk hear walk bend stoop sit stand reach and lift objects weighing up to ten pounds repeatedly during a shift.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Home of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity/expression) age marital status status as a protected veteran among other things or status as a qualified individual with disability.
About HGH
Home of Guiding Hands is a nonprofit organization that was established in 1967 by a small group of dedicated and ambitious community members. The Mission of HGH is to improve the lives of those we serve. We support children and adults in San Diego and Imperial Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome epilepsy autism and cerebral palsy. We provide a full continuum of care including residential care in specialized group homes independent living support respite care and adult foster home services. Additionally we provide early childhood assessments and services tailored day support Life Planning workshops countywide transportation services and onsite activities at our resource center.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
