Developmental Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field and five years of experience with developmental disabilities, child welfare services, and/or social services; alternatively, ten years of experience with developmental disabilities if no degree is achieved.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid, unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Meet requirements to be a safe transporter and driver.
• Current Arizona State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record for the past three years.
• Personal vehicle liability insurance and vehicle registration as required.
• Pass a Department of Economic Security (DES) Clearance with no substantiated reports.
• Obtain and maintain Article 9 instructor certification.
• When required, pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, and, if requested, a physical exam.
• Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Comfortable traveling in Northern Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Work with the DHP Statewide Supervisor regarding operations of the CDH/ADH program.
• Ensure reports are completed on time and monitor families within the assigned caseload.
• Promote consistency, program integrity, and compliance with DDD requirements.
• Monitor homes licensed under Articles 10 and 11 to ensure licensing regulations are met.
• Conduct licensing monitoring activities, including home visits one or two times monthly, amendments, and annual renewals.
• Advocate for members and ensure Article 9 is maintained for individuals receiving DES/DDD services in covered developmental or licensed foster homes.
• Write Behavior Treatment Plans as required by Article 9.
• Attend annual PRC meetings.

Benefits

• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over each year up to 10
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan options
• DailyPay access to daily earnings
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements
• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Perks @Pathways national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend