Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bi‑weekly pay

3 weeks vacation per year

Personal days

Sick days per year

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

HRA for opt-out of medical coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement & PSLF

Wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program

OPERS retirement 10% employee / 14% ER

Job summary

Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services is seeking an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist in Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on delivering caregiver-coaching services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays in homes and daycares, developing IFSP outcomes, and working with a supportive team.

The position involves assessments, family-centered planning, and ongoing collaboration with professionals to ensure child and family growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education, early childhood, social work, or related field
• Ability to travel within Hamilton County as needed

Responsibilities

• Performs multi-disciplinary evaluations and assessments for eligibility and service needs.
• Develops Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) based on family priorities.
• Delivers evidence-based, caregiver-coaching services in natural environments.
• Coordinates with a trans-disciplinary team to achieve child and family outcomes.
• Maintains records and reports for each child and family.
• Participates in continuing education to ensure current service delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Travel ability

Written communication

Caregiver coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Phone provided

Laptop provided

Office software

Job description

Position:Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:4878-61

# of Openings:2

At Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full and meaningful life. Our team makes that possible every day — and we're looking for people who want their work to matter.

We are committed to building a team as diverse as the people we serve, where every member feels valued, supported, and set up to succeed.

You'll thrive here if you:

• Are driven by purpose and find fulfillment in improving the lives of others
• Communicate clearly and compassionately — in writing and in person
• Want to grow within an organization that invests in its people and its community

What we offer:

Competitive Pay

• Starting salary is based on experience: $26.00/hr. ($47,320/yr) with no experience, up to $32.50/hr. ($59,150/yr) with 10+ years in the same role.
• Hourly role paid bi-weekly.

Work-Life Balance

• 35-hour full-time work week; 7 hours per day M-F
• 3 weeks vacation accrual per year to start, with 1 week allocated immediately upon hire
• 3 personal days per year
• 15 sick days allocated upon hire; accrues at 15 days per year after year one with unlimited accrual
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; HRA available for those who opt out of medical coverage
• FREE medical care and prescriptions through Marathon Health
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Wellness incentives and a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Ohio Public Employees' Retirement System (OPERS): 10% employee / 14% employer contribution

Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

A typical day in the life of an Early Intervention Developmental Specialist includes providing services to parents of infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays. You will develop Individualized Family Service Plans for each child and will deliver evidence-based, caregiver-coaching services in natural environments such as the family's home or the child's day care. You will work with a team of other Early Intervention professionals who will coach and support you in your work with each family. You will conduct ongoing assessments for each child and family, assisting with developmental evaluations for eligibility when needed. To support your work, you will receive an agency-provided phone and laptop, along with reimbursement for travel related to home visits.

Job Duties (Summary):

• Performs multi-disciplinary evaluations and assessments using formal and informal tools to establish the child/family’s eligibility and need for ongoing services.
• Develops Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) outcomes based on family priorities as part of a trans-disciplinary team; works cooperatively with other staff, Service & Support Administrator, parents, caseworkers, medical personnel, therapists, etc. to achieve child and family outcomes as identified by the IFSP.
• Implements evidence-based early intervention services through a primary service provider approach; utilizes a coaching interaction style with other staff, parents, and caregivers.
• Provides services within natural environments such as homes and daycare centers; travels to and gains access to locations in the community to implement plans based on an individual’s needs in a safe, efficient, and effective manner in accordance with agency procedures.
• Communicates family’s priorities, needs, and interests; provides coaching support to team members during weekly team meetings and on joint visits.
• Develops and maintains individual records and reports.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities within the field of early intervention to ensure current, relevant, evidence-based service delivery; maintains required licenses and/or certificates.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor'sdegree in special education, early childhood, social work, or related field
• Ability to travel within Hamilton County as needed

Hybrid locations – work is performed both away from the office, in the community, and at 1701 Patricia McCollum Way, Cincinnati, OH 45237.

Employees are expected to travel within the county to meet with individuals and attend in-office meetings as needed. The flexibility to work from home is available when job duties allow.

Deadline to Apply:

Monday, August 24 th at noon ET

Applicantsmust be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services offers equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.