Job Location Twin Falls, ID - Twin Falls, ID
Position Type Full Time
Education Level Bachelors Degree in Related Field
Salary Range $37,440.00 - $45,760.00 Salary
Travel Percentage Limited or Occasional
Job Shift Day
Job Category Health & Human ServicesDescription THE COMPANY
Since 1987, RISE has provided practical, professional, and personal growth opportunities for children, adults, and their families. With our innovative approach, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of the individuals and families we serve through the delivery of person-centered services.
Our services have expanded from moving individuals living in institutions to family settings into supporting adults and children with highly diverse support needs in a wide variety of homes and community-based settings.
THE POSITION
As a Developmental Specialist, you will supervise developmental therapy and supported living services, to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities are receiving quality care in a safe environment. You will also be responsible for training and supervising Direct Support Professionals, administering developmental assessments, developing and implementing individual program plans, as well as providing direct services for our individuals on an as-needed basis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMaintains DDA compliance with Health & Welfare and Medicaid Rules and RegulationsParticipate in meetings Acts as primary contact for developmental therapy for client’s, families, and other professionals involvedProvides individual and group developmental therapy (including transporting clients) as neededProvide evaluations and consultation on an ongoing basisAssist with Quality Assurance and file reviewEnsures that individuals receiving services are treated with dignity and respectQualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Service fieldOne (1) year experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, or 240 hours of professionally supervised experience with individuals with developmental disabilitiesAbility to communicate effectively through verbal and written communicationsStrong independent problem solving and decision-making skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and interdependentlyPrevious supervision experience (preferred)Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite and other software platformsMust provide or obtain CPR/First Aid Certification (provided by RISE)Must provide or obtain MANDT and/or other de-escalation certification training (provided by RISE)Have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license and car insuranceMust be able to pass a background check
What Can We Offer You For All Your Hard Work?Perks for All:Competitive hourly rateFlexible scheduleReferral Bonus ProgramMeaningful WorkEmployee Assistance ProgramPremium Holiday PayEducational AssistanceMileage ReimbursementRetirement Plan with company matchAdditional Benefits for Full Time:Medical/Dental/VisionHSA/FSAShort & Long Term DisabilityLife InsuranceVacation/Sick14 Paid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveTenure Bonuses
Other voluntary benefits include AFLAC, Legal & ID Shield and Pet Care
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:
(a) Dedicated fax 866-268-8885
(b) Dedicated email hrdept@riseservicesinc.org DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
(c) US mail -4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206- Attn Human Resources
(d) Dedicated phone 1-866-242-2714 Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.