Developmental Specialist - CYFS

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

Are you looking for meaningful work with infants and toddlers that includes their families? The Infant Toddler Program in Twin Falls , Idaho is currently seeking a Developmental Specialist / Early Childhood Special Educator with education and experience in early intervention. This position serves children from birth to age three with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. This job focuses on the key early intervention components of applying evidence-based practices, coaching interaction, and consultation on child development issues as well as parent education. The work week for this position is 8-5, Monday through Friday; some services may be provided virtually as well as in-person visits. Travel is required (about 40% of the time) in Twin Falls and surrounding areas to provide in-person evaluations and services within the child's natural environments - homes, child cares, etc. A state car is available for program related travel. In addition, you will work alongside some of the most caring and compassionate employees who strive to make a difference in people's lives every day.2

This position may be eligible for limited telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS :

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of the (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :

M INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

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Certification is gained through the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Contact the Department of Education Teacher Education and Certification Section for information at (208) 332-6800 or .

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

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(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL :

PHONE : (208) 334-0681

EEO / ADA / Veteran :

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.