Developmental Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma (Required)
• Drivers License (Valid) - USA
• Experience working with children or adults (dependent upon population served) with a mental health diagnosis, an intellectual/developmental disability, or substance use disorder (Not Required)

Responsibilities

• Assess each person receiving services for their hopes, dreams, and desires and provide supports that facilitate achievement.
• Support people receiving services in developing relationships in their community and with their natural supports.
• Assist people receiving services in participating fully in their community consistent with the person’s interests.
• Ensures that the rights of each person receiving services are protected and promoted at all times.
• Assist people in developing advocacy skills, participating in advocacy efforts, and utilizing personal advocates.
• Provide support as needed to meet the emotional, physical, and medical needs of each person supported.
• Facilitate person-centered, effective, positive relationships with people receiving services using positive approaches that promote self-determination in all areas of life.
• Provide input and recommendations into assessment and planning processes, and development of the individual’s plan.
• Implement person’s plan fully, within the requirements of the service definition, and document as required by the service definition and agency policy.
• Accurately complete all required documentation, including but not limited to, goal completion, actions toward outcomes, incident reports, timesheets, etc.
• Complete daily progress notes and communication log to assure appointments, goals, and interests are met.
• Assist people receiving services with the day-to-day operation of their home such as housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, shopping, lawn care, vehicle cleanliness, and maintenance.
• Drive and travel as required.
• Arrange for, or provide transportation to people receiving services as required.
• Assist people receiving services with knowledge of emergency procedures and personal safety.
• Utilize effective judgment when dealing with safety issues, including but not limited to fire safety by conducting drills, inspecting equipment, and practicing safety procedures in the community.
• Assist new staff and/or current staff with orientation, mentoring, and training.
• Sleepover at a residential setting may be required.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required.
• Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas.
• Follow service definition guidelines for services being provided.
• Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Retirement plans
• Professional development support