Child Development Specialist I, Ii, Or Iii

OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Custer, OK, US
Base: up to $53,000 level i; up to $56,000 level i...
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 and preventing disease and injury

Job Summary

  • The Oklahoma State Department of Health is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health by protecting and promoting health and preventing disease and injury.
  • Child Development Specialists provide direct services to families with young children to enhance developmental potential and parenting skills through assessments, education, and community collaboration.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including generous state paid insurance allowances, retirement plan match, paid leave, 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 and preventing disease and injury.

Salary

Base: up to $53,000 Level I; up to $56,000 Level II; up to $61,000 Level III; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package including insurance, retirement match, paid leave, and tuition reimbursement

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
  • Confidential record keeping and compliance
  • Full time Monday to Friday 8 am – 5 pm
  • Travel for job-related duties

Nice-to-have

  • Team environment participation
  • Knowledge of community health resources
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Initiative and independent judgment
  • Training and instructional techniques

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in child development or related field
  • 18 graduate hours in child development topics
  • Post-master’s experience required for Levels II and III
  • Child and Parenting Specialist certification within one year for Level II
  • Background check and legal authorization to work in the US

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

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