Developmental Specialist I

Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation; Dillingham (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation is seeking Developmental Specialists to work with families in Dillingham, Alaska, providing essential developmental services to infants and toddlers aged 0–3 years.

In this role, you will travel to families’ homes and work within a multidiscipline team to support children's transitions. Candidates must have relevant education, licensure, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working with young children.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care.
• Must complete state-mandate Part C credentials within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate developmental services for infants and toddlers, 0–3 years.
• Travel to meet families in their natural environment.
• Work within a multidiscipline team.

Skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of early childhood development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood special education, social work, or related field

Professional licensure/certification in teaching or social work

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Purpose of the Job

Developmental Specialists work with families to provide age‑appropriate developmental services for infants and toddlers, 0–3 years of age. They travel to meet families in their natural environment, often in their home or village. They work within a multidiscipline team and help children and families transition into their next placement before the age of 3.

This position will adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the BBAHC Policy and Procedures Manual and the State and Federal Rules and Regulations.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in early childhood special education, social work, or related field.
• Professional licensure/certification in teaching, social work, or a master’s degree in a related field.
• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with young children.
• Must be able to work within a team.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the child served in their caseload.
• Will complete state‑mandate Part C credentials within the first six months on the job during regularly scheduled work hours.
• Must be able to obtain Alaska SEED credentials of level 9 or higher.