What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Specialist position at ARCHWAY PROGRAMS INC?
Job Details
Description
Specific duties and responsibilities:
- Complete initial eligibility evaluations, Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP), 6 month progress reviews, annual evaluations, exit evaluations
- Write Evaluation Summary Reports and contributing information on IFSP’s and participate in all required meetings pertaining to position purpose
- Provide direct services utilizing the Family Training Model to promote appropriate child development
- Involve parents/families in techniques and activities to facilitate appropriate child development, as per Family Training Model
- Facilitate workshops, when appropriate
- Complete all required reports, session notes, and all other documentation applicable to duty
- Participate in staff meetings and/or professional development
- Fulfill job-related responsibilities in a manner reflecting professional and ethical standards of conduct that apply to their specific profession or discipline
- Perform other duties at Program Director’s request
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, human service, or education field; AND has at least one year of documented professional experience with individuals from birth to five years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities; OR at least six (6) credits in infant or early childhood development and/or special education coursework.