This is the basic level of the job family where incumbents perform entry-level professional work in performing all the essential functions of a child development specialist in a training status under close supervision.
Benefits
The annual salary for this position will be based on level of education and experience.Level I: up to $53,000.00Level II: up to $56,000.00
Level III: up to $61,000.00
Why you'll love it here!
Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.
Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Job Description
Location : Muskogee - 530 S 34th Street
Salary : up to $53,000.00 / $56,000.00 / $61,000.00 based on education and experience
Full Time / Part Time : Full Time
Work Schedule : Monday - Friday
Primary Hours : 8-5
Position Description:
Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Conducts groups and workshops to educate parents and professionals in the area of child development through materials and curricula developed for this purpose.
Conducts parent support groups
Provides developmental assessments and screenings of young children; teach parents ways to enhance their child's developmental potential.
Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assists in the selection, preparation, and distribution of materials on child development which will further the purpose of this program.
Provides in-service training in the areas of child development and parenting to staff at Head Starts, day care, preschool programs, or other programs, as necessary.
Provides individuals and families prevention information on topics related to parenting and child development.
Provides referrals to individuals and families to relevant services to assist in achieving goals and their well-being.
Recruits clients for child development programs through contracts with community organizations such as public health clinics, hospitals, child- care centers, civic organizations, pediatricians and the news media.
Collaborates with other community agencies as well as plans and conducts community wide efforts to promote the health, development, and behavioral well-being of young children and families.
Participates as a member of a Child Guidance Team by staffing individual cases and groups and in developing a service plan pertaining to child development and meeting family goals.
Other Duties
Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Flexible schedule
Performance bonus
Additional Information
Job Posting Title
Child Development Specialist I, II, or III
Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Supervisory Organization
340 District 7
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
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