Developmental Specialist

Development Workshop, Inc.; Rexburg (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement

Medical

Dental

Vision

Accident Plan

Critical Illness Plan

Voluntary Life

Company Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Development Workshop, Inc. is seeking a Development Specialist for the Adult Life Program in Rexburg, Idaho. Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, you will work with great co-workers in a friendly, supportive environment and help individuals reach their goals.

Starting wage is $18 per hour DOE. You will advance the mission, maintain accurate records, ensure quality and compliance, and mentor staff while providing crisis support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education, psychology, or related fields.
• 5 years of supervised experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.
• Ability to train, lead, and inspire staff.
• Excellent time management and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Advance the mission and deliver high-quality services with compliance.
• Create a safe, respectful environment for participants.
• Oversee growth and development through data analysis, planning, and implementation.
• Provide guidance and support to staff through mentoring and feedback.
• Assist with crisis needs using de-escalation techniques and positive support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Public relations skills

Microsoft Office

Train and lead staff

Time management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Developmental Specialist Adult Life Program

• Monday-Friday 8:00AM -5:00PM
• Work with great co-workers in a friendly supportive environment
• A benefit package that includes - Paid Time Off, Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident Plan, Critical Illness Plan, Voluntary Life, and Company Paid Life Insurance
• Starting wage $18 per hour DOE

DS will advance the mission of DWI while delivering high-quality services, ensuring compliance with all relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, maintaining accurate records, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the services provided. The position ensures they meet high standards of quality and compliance. This role includes creating a safe, respectful, and engaging environment for all individuals served. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills and be dedicated to advocating for the rights and needs of all participants.

Our Developmental Specialists:

• Are committed to helping individuals achieve their goals in an environment where they feel included, valued, and respected.
• Oversee the growth and development of individuals with developmental disabilities through data analysis, program planning, and implementation.
• Provide guidance and support to skills trainers through mentoring, observation, and feedback
• Assist with client needs in times of crisis using de-escalation techniques and positive support.
• Provide support when staffing issues occur

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in special education, early childhood special education, speech, and
  language pathology, applied behavioral analysis, psychology, physical therapy,
  occupational therapy, social work, or therapeutic recreation. the Human Services Field or
  bachelor's degree and successful completion of any designated competency examination.
• 5 years of supervised experience working with individuals with developmental
  disabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.
• Ability to train, lead, and inspire staff.
• Excellent time management and decision-making skills.

GET TO KNOW DWI

At DWI, we are more than an organization; we are a movement. Our vision is a society that values the ability and potential of all people to live, work, and play. For over 51 years, we've been dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities or those disadvantaged to achieve their chosen level of economic and social independence.

Our core values drive us to do the right thing, promoting quality, choice, diversity, integrity, respect, independence, accountability, hope, and courage. Joining us means becoming a part of a culture that believes in the power of every individual to make a positive impact.

ELEVATE YOUR CAREER AND JOIN AN IMPACTFUL JOURNEY

To learn more, please visit us at www.dwinc.org or Social Media Sites

DWI is an Equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or national origin.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For assistance or accommodations applying for a position with Development Workshop, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Human Resources department at 208-524-1550

As an employer who works with individuals with disabilities the supervisor must pass a Department of Health and Welfare background check