Child Development Specialist - Linda Ray Intervention Center

## Child Development Specialist - Linda Ray Intervention Center Apply:
On-Site:
Miami, FL:
Part time:
Posted 30+ Days Ago:
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The University of Miami Department of Psychology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Child Development Specialist to work in Miami, FL.The Child Development Specialist works with children, their parents, and educators in assessing a child’s development needs, deficiencies, and goals. Moreover, this position offers parents and caretakers advice on how to best overcome the challenges presented by developmental issues.

CORE

JOB DESCRIPTION
* Provides evaluations, reports, goals, direct therapy, and consultation services.
* Implements services and activities for children with a variety of developmental and diagnostic indicators.
* Delivers consultation services to parents, caregivers, teachers, and community specialists and professionals regarding client progress and recommendations.
* Assists children with physical, social, and behavioral needs.
* Maintains effective communications with parents.
* Preserves confidentiality while communicating with parents and other departments about individual children and family needs and progress.
* Ensures all licensing regulations are complied with at all times.
* Inputs patient data into appropriate computer systems in a timely manner.
* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
** Department Specific Responsibilities
*** Implement the Florida FLEPIC coaching model for center-based services to provide evidence-based coaching to caregivers and early intervention providers.
* Support early interventionists and service coordinators in strengthening coaching practices during classroom time and at team meetings.
* Provide reflective feedback and model effective coaching strategies that promote caregiver engagement and child development.
* Participate in professional development on the FLEPIC framework to maintain fidelity in coaching practices.
* Participate in initial and ongoing eligibility evaluations and assessments with the multidisciplinary team.
* Conduct developmental screenings and assessments as assigned, using standardized tools in accordance with Early Steps policies.
* Interpret evaluation results for families and team members to support eligibility determination and service planning.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including therapists, service coordinators, and family resource specialists, to ensure coordinated, holistic service delivery.
* Utilize coaching and modeling strategies to support caregiver competence and confidence in promoting child development within daily routines.
* Develop and implement strategies to support the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) outcomes based on family priorities and developmental needs.
* Monitor child progress toward IFSP outcomes and adapt strategies in collaboration with the caregiver and team as needed.
* Assist in reviewing and updating IFSPs during six-month reviews and annual meetings, ensuring goals remain relevant and attainable.
* Attend and contribute to IFSP meetings, team case reviews, and transition conferences as required.
* Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Use data to inform decision-making and support accountability in service provision.
* Provide support in classroom settings in emergency situations where staff shortages pose an immediate risk to child safety or supervision, and when no…