Developmental Specialist
Licking County Government Newark, Ohio, United States
- Location: Newark, Ohio, United States
- Categories: Planning and Development
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jun 24, 2025
Job Description:
Developmental Specialist
Description
Position Description:Duties: In this role, you’ll determine a child’s eligibility and need for services, provide ongoing home based services to address the strengths and developmental needs of children and coach parents to promote the child’s development.
Brief Description:
Act as the Primary Service Provider for children ages birth to six.
Job Prerequisites:
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Health, Social or Behavioral Science, Social Services, Human Services or a related field. A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant License would be preferred, or a Licensed Social Worker. Must be well organized, detail oriented, have the ability to meet deadlines and most importantly, have the passion and enthusiasm to make a difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities.
Compensation:
- Minimum starting pay of $22.08 per hour
- Great benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance
- Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
- Paid time off, flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely after six months
- 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
The Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled