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APPROXIMATE HOURLY RATE -
$21.82 to
$32.42
PAY GRADE: 35
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Developmental Specialists provide individual and group clinical, developmental and support services for individuals of all ages who have, or who may be at risk for, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions, and social, emotional, and/or behavioral disorders.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
This position is located at Sierra Regional Center in Sparks. Incumbent is responsible for providing targeted case management services for individuals diagnosed with intellectual disability or related condition. This position will develop supports to assist individuals in maintaining health and welfare and to develop skills to live and interact in their community. The DS 3 will assist the person identify goals and develop an individualized service plan. Duties include assessment, planning, training, consultation, monitoring progress toward the service plan, resource development and crisis management. The DS 3 is also responsible for networking and coordinating services with providers and other agencies and community partners.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, special education, human growth and development, psychology, counseling, social work or a closely related field and two years of professional experience providing developmental, special education, intervention or treatment-oriented services for individuals who have or may be at risk for developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or related conditions; OR an equivalent combination of education above the bachelor's degree level and experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Developmental Specialist II in Nevada State service. |
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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. |
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Applicants must meet federal guidelines for Qualified Mental Retardation Professional designation at the time of appointment. |
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A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. |
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This position may be required to travel at least 50 percent of the time. |
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Read, write and speak Spanish and English. |
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| The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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