Developmental Specialist

The Arc of Palm Beach County Inc • West Palm Beach, FL

2d • $24 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arc of Palm Beach County is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and bilingual (English/Spanish) Developmental Specialist to join our Early Intervention team. In this role, you'll work directly with young children and their families, providing developmental support, education, coaching, and resources that promote healthy growth and lifelong success. At The Arc, our mission is to empower children and families through compassionate, individualized support. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, inclusion, professional growth, and making a lasting impact every day.

Requirements

• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Humanities, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with children in a classroom, office, home-based, or community setting with a developmental focus.
• Valid Florida Driver's License, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and Infant CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• Experience working with diverse families and community-based services.
• Knowledge of child development, developmental assessments, family engagement, and intervention planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct developmental services to children and families in home, community, childcare, and other natural settings.
• Coach and educate parents, caregivers, and family members on developmental milestones and strategies.
• Conduct meaningful one-on-one interactions designed to support child development and family engagement.
• Observe developmental progress and help implement individualized intervention strategies.
• Connect families with community resources and referrals that support their goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and program records.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community partners, childcare professionals, and other service providers.
• Participate in supervision, professional development, field observations, and training opportunities.
• Manage a flexible schedule while providing exceptional service to families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level