PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Developmental Specialist works with families to provide age-appropriate developmental services for infants and toddlers, 0-3 years of age. Developmental Specialists travel to meet families in their most natural environment often in their home or village. Developmental Specialists work within a multidiscipline team and help children and families transition into their next placement before the age of 3.
This position will adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the BBAHC Policy and Procedures Manual and the State and Federal Rules and Regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in an early childhood special education, social work or related field.
- Professional licensure/certification in teaching, social work, or master's degree in related field.
- Must have a minimum of one year experience working with young children.
- Must be able to work within a team.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the child served in their case load.
- Will complete state-mandate Part C credentials the first six months on the job during regularly scheduled work hours.
- Must be able to obtain Alaska SEED credentials of level 9 or higher.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood special education, social work or related field
- Professional licensure/certification in teaching, social work, or master's degree in related field
- Minimum of one year experience working with young children
- Ability to work within a team
- Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to age of child served
- Complete state-mandate Part C credentials within first six months
- Obtain Alaska SEED credentials of level 9 or higher
What We Do
Our Mission: We provide quality health care with competence, compassion, and sensitivity. We generously welcome you to join us in a place of unrivaled natural beauty, endless recreational opportunities, and a sustainable rural way of life. Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation (BBAHC) is a tribal health organization that represents 28 tribes throughout the region, which is approximately 35,000 square miles. BBAHC is comprised of four subregions, each distinct in history, culture, natural resources, and community priorities. The regions include: Nushagak River & Bay Central, Southern, Western, and Kvichak Bay & North Side Peninsula. BBAHC manages the Bristol Bay Service Unit for the Indian Health Service and has done so since 1980. The main campus of the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation is in Dillingham, which is located at the confluence of the Nushagak and Wood River systems and is a regional hub of the Bristol Bay salmon fishing district. BBAHC operates the Kanakanak Hospital along with 21 Village Clinics, all of which are HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) Clinics. Clinical services include: Pharmacy, Medical Imaging, Laboratory, Dental, Optometry, Audiology, and Physical Therapy. The Kanakanak Campus also includes a residential treatment facility and a behaviorial health counseling center. BBAHC is Joint Commission Accredited and upholds high standards for quality patient care.
