Developmental Specialist

 

Description:


Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected organizations in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people at home, work, and in the community through residential, employment, crisis response, recovery, behavioral, children’s services, and day services.
 

Responsibilities
 

  • Evaluation and assessment of children’s development to assist in determining eligibility for services.
  • Provide families with information, skills and support related to enhancing their child’s development.
  • Include direct activities with the child designed to enhance the child’s development in one or more domains, including: cognition, adaptive functions, social/emotional skills, motor development and communication.
  • Promote activities in the “natural setting” to enhance implementation of the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP).
  • Complete necessary documentation to facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources. (i.e. Medicaid, private insurance, etc.).
  • Comply with Montana Milestones Program with regard to continuing education, etc.
  • Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation immediately to supervisor or department head.
  • Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.
     

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
 

  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external entities.
     

Qualifications
 

  • Valid Montana Driver’s License.
  • Baccalaureate, Masters and/or Doctorate degree with appropriate licensure to meet criteria for Montana Milestones Provider Enrollment.

Organization Benchmark Human Services
Industry Management Jobs
Occupational Category Developmental Specialist
Job Location Montana,USA
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2024-06-11 6:19 pm
Expires on 2024-12-22