Developmental Specialist

The Arc of Palm Beach County; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Palm Beach County Inc in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Developmental Specialist to support young children and their families in natural settings. This bilingual (English/Spanish) role focuses on coaching families, documenting progress, and coordinating with partners to promote healthy development.

You will travel to homes, childcare, and community settings, maintain records, and participate in ongoing professional development while delivering high-quality developmental support to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Humanities, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with children in a classroom, office, home-based, or community setting with a developmental focus.
• Valid Florida Driver's License, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and Infant CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct developmental services to children and families in home, community, childcare, and other natural settings.
• Coach and educate parents, caregivers, and family members on developmental milestones and strategies.
• Conduct meaningful one-on-one interactions designed to support child development and family engagement.
• Observe developmental progress and help implement individualized intervention strategies.
• Connect families with community resources and referrals that support their goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and program records.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community partners, childcare professionals, and other service providers.
• Participate in supervision, professional development, field observations, and training opportunities.
• Manage a flexible schedule while providing exceptional service to families.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

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Developmental Specialist

Professional West Palm Beach, FL, US

Salary Range: $24.04 To $25.00 Annually

Make a Difference in the Lives of Children and Families

Are you passionate about early childhood development and helping children reach their full potential? Do you enjoy working directly with families, building meaningful relationships, and creating positive outcomes in your community?

The Arc of Palm Beach County is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and bilingual (English/Spanish) Developmental Specialist to join our Early Intervention team. In this role, you'll work directly with young children and their families, providing developmental support, education, coaching, and resources that promote healthy growth and lifelong success.

Why Join The Arc?

At The Arc, our mission is to empower children and families through compassionate, individualized support. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, inclusion, professional growth, and making a lasting impact every day.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct developmental services to children and families in home, community, childcare, and other natural settings.
• Coach and educate parents, caregivers, and family members on developmental milestones and strategies.
• Conduct meaningful one-on-one interactions designed to support child development and family engagement.
• Observe developmental progress and help implement individualized intervention strategies.
• Connect families with community resources and referrals that support their goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and program records.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community partners, childcare professionals, and other service providers.
• Participate in supervision, professional development, field observations, and training opportunities.
• Manage a flexible schedule while providing exceptional service to families.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Humanities, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1‑2 years of experience working with children in a classroom, office, home‑based, or community setting with a developmental focus.
• Valid Florida Driver's License, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and Infant CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• Experience working with diverse families and community-based services.
• Knowledge of child development, developmental assessments, family engagement, and intervention planning.

Skills for Success

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Strong observation, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Passion for supporting children and empowering families.
• Comfort using technology for documentation, reporting, and remote data entry.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel throughout the service area to meet with families and community partners.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.

Join a Team That Changes Lives

Every interaction matters. As a Developmental Specialist, you'll help families gain the knowledge, confidence, and resources they need to support their children's development and future success.

This position requires successful completion of applicable background screening requirements through the Florida Clearinghouse.

For additional information regarding Clearinghouse requirements, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/