Child Development Specialist

Positive Development; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Employer-paid Life & Disability Insura

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Continuing Education Units

Pet Insurance

Amazon Medical One

Job summary

Positive Development in Washington, DC is seeking a Licensed Clinical Lead (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC) to serve as clinical owner for assigned cases, delivering in-home clinical observation, supervision, and coaching to Developmental Paraprofessionals and families. This role emphasizes fidelity to the PD model, data-driven treatment planning, and regulatory compliance.

The position involves field-based work, collaboration with caregivers and a multi-disciplinary team, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and active clinical license required (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC).
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in developmental, behavioral, or autism services.
• Demonstrated experience providing field-based supervision and interdisciplinary case management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous documentation quality.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Reliable transportation required; this role involves frequent home and community visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on clinical supervision through regular home and community visits, observing DPP sessions and offering real-time feedback and coaching.
• Ensure DPPs are delivering interventions aligned with the PD model and clinical treatment plan.
• Conduct fidelity checks and document performance to inform ongoing training and development of DPPs.
• Partner with DPP Managers to review field performance, identify support needs, and reinforce model integrity.
• Lead parent/caregiver meetings to establish family goals and collaboration strategies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans compatible with PD’s model and payer requirements.
• Monitor client progress through data and observation, updating goals and interventions as needed.
• Lead interdisciplinary case reviews with internal and external providers.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation quality

Field-based work

Education

Master’s degree and active clinical license

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Lead (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC) - Growth & Area Expansion

Pay: $90,000-$100,000 + Mileage Reimbursement + Full Benefit’s Package

Summary of Role:

The Clinical Lead is the primary clinical owner for each assigned case and ensures that every element of the plan of care is delivered with fidelity to the Positive Development (PD) model. This role is highly field-based, providing direct in-home clinical observation, supervision, and coaching to Developmental Paraprofessionals (DPPs) and families. The Clinical Lead collaborates closely with caregivers, interdisciplinary team members, and operational partners to drive measurable outcomes and maintain the highest standards of clinical quality and compliance.

Clinical Oversight and Supervision

• Provide hands-on clinical supervision through regular home and community visits, observing DPP sessions and offering real-time feedback and coaching.
• Ensure DPPs are delivering interventions aligned with the Positive Development model and clinical treatment plan.
• Conduct fidelity checks and document performance to inform ongoing training and development of DPPs.
• Partner with DPP Managers to review field performance, identify support needs, and reinforce model integrity.

Case Ownership and Treatment Planning

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments (in-person) to evaluate developmental, behavioral, and relational functioning.
• Lead parent/caregiver meetings to establish family goals, priorities, and collaboration strategies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans consistent with PD’s model and payer requirements.
• Monitor client progress through data and observation, updating goals and interventions as clinically indicated.
• Lead interdisciplinary case reviews with internal and external providers (OT, SLP, MH, CM).

Family and Community Engagement

• Deliver regular family coaching and education sessions—virtually and in-person—to strengthen caregiver capacity and engagement.
• Coordinate community-based sessions to generalize skills across environments.
• Support families in navigating care transitions and community resources as needed.

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete all required clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, supervision logs, and reauthorization reports, within required timeframes.
• Maintain clinical records in compliance with state, payer, and PD policy standards.
• Identify clinical and operational risks and elevate appropriately through established channels.
• Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
• Participate in regional fidelity reviews, peer supervision, and ongoing professional development sessions.
• Collaborate with Regional Clinical Leadership to identify best practices, barriers, and trends impacting service delivery.
• Support readiness for audits, accreditation, and payer reviews as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and active clinical license required (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LMHC)
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in developmental, behavioral, or autism services.
• Demonstrated experience providing field-based supervision and interdisciplinary case management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to documentation quality.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Reliable transportation required; this role involves frequent home and community visits.
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonus
• Continuing Education Units
• Pet Insurance
• Amazon Medical One

Positive Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Employment is contingent upon clearing a background check and successful completion of training.