Developmental Specialist

Licking County Chamber of Commerce; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

OPERS

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Remote work after six months

Job summary

The Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities seeks a Developmental Specialist to act as the primary service provider for children birth to six. You will determine eligibility, deliver ongoing home-based services, and coach parents to promote each child’s development.

This full-time role offers a collaborative environment with a strong benefits package, a 40-hour work week, and the possibility of remote work after six months. Newark, Ohio-based position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• An individual holding a COTA, PTA or LSW license preferred.
• Must be well organized, detail oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
• Passion and enthusiasm to help children with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Determine a child’s eligibility and need for services.
• Provide ongoing home-based services to address developmental needs.
• Coach parents to promote the child’s development.

Skills

Well organized

Detail oriented

Deadline driven

Passion for helping children

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

COTA license preferred

PTA license preferred

LSW license preferred

Job description

Posted: 08/09/2026

Government

Developmental Specialist

Act as the Primary Service Provider for children ages birth to six

Duties:

In this role, you’ll determine a child’s eligibility and need for services, provide ongoing home based services to address the strengths and developmental needs of children and coach parents to promote the child’s development.

The Organization:

Since 1967, the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been serving the people of Licking County. Today, we employ 100 staff members and work with over 2500 individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. In addition, we offer:

• Minimum starting pay of $22.74 per hour
• Great benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Paid time off, flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely after six months
• 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Our Location:

We’re located at 116 N. 22 nd Street in Newark, OH, a quick 30 minute drive from Columbus, Zanesville, Lancaster, Mt. Vernon and the Buckeye Lake area.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Health, Social or Behavioral Science, Social Services, Human Services or a related field required. An individual holding a COTA, PTA or LSW license would be preferred. Must be well organized, detail oriented, have the ability to meet deadlines and most importantly, have the passion and enthusiasm to make a difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity.

Contact:

116 N. 22nd Street Newark OH 43055

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