Base: level i up to $53,000; level ii up to $56,00...
Fully remote
Child development assessments and screenings
Parent education and support groups
Collaboration with community agencies
The Oklahoma State Department of Health is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health by protecting and promoting health, preventing disease and injury, and cultivating conditions for Oklahomans to thrive
Job Summary
The Oklahoma State Department of Health is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health by protecting and promoting health, preventing disease and injury, and cultivating conditions for Oklahomans to thrive.
Child Development Specialists provide direct services to families with children birth up to age 8, including developmental screenings, parent education, and participation in multidisciplinary teams to support child development.
Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package including generous state paid benefit allowance, retirement savings plan with match, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, student loan repayment options, and employee discounts.
Matching Summary
The Oklahoma State Department of Health is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health by protecting and promoting health, preventing disease and injury, and cultivating conditions for Oklahomans to thrive.
Salary
Base: Level I up to $53,000; Level II up to $56,000; Level III up to $61,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package including insurance, retirement match, paid leave, and more
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
child development assessments and screenings
parent education and support groups
collaboration with community agencies
development and implementation of early childhood programs
maintaining confidential client records
conducting in-service training
working with multidisciplinary teams
Nice-to-have
knowledge of positive guidance strategies
ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
team environment participation
initiative and independent judgment
experience with community outreach and recruitment
flexible spending accounts for health care expenses
student loan repayment options
Key Requirements
Master’s degree in child development or related field
18 graduate hours in specified child development topics
post-master’s experience (1-3 years depending on level)
Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) certification within one year for Level II
background check clearance
legal authorization to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship