Developmental Specialist

MECA Therapies LLC is seeking a highly skilled Developmental Specialist to join their team. This challenging role involves providing special instruction to families with the information, skills, and support to enhance their child's development.

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine child eligibility for FIT program services.
• Provide families with the information, skills, and support to enhance their child's development in all areas, including cognitive, communication, physical/motor, social or emotional, and adaptive development.
• Collaborate with families and other personnel to implement planned activities promoting healthy development and skill acquisition.
• Write accurate and timely evaluation reports.
• Seek out relevant information from medical and other resources to implement treatment strategies.
• Utilize time in sessions efficiently to meet objectives.
• Provide accurate and immediate feedback to families.
• Plan for the discharge of individuals served.
• Support individuals in making daily life choices and finding purpose.
• Provide direct support in area of expertise.
• Complete data collection and reporting tools as mandated by MECA Therapies, NM Department of Health, and Local Education Agencies.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain effective communications within the company.
• Treat all individuals served, employees, and stakeholders with dignity and respect.
• Report Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation incidents according to NM ECECD procedures.
• Comply with NM ECECD rules and regulations, NMAC, and IDEA.
• Participate in the interview process for prospective employees.

• Certificate of Special Instruction through the NM FIT program.
• Completion of an Individualized Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows.
• Proficient organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills.
• Ability to train clients, family members, and professionals.
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality.
• Completion of Family Infant Toddler online trainings.
• Completion of Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment Certification (IDA).
• Completion of ECO Certification.

Developmental Specialist I Advanced: A two-year Associate level college degree in Early Childhood or related fields, and a professional license, if applicable, in a related field.

Developmental Specialist II: A four-year Bachelor's level degree in Early Childhood or related fields.

Developmental Specialist III: An advanced degree Master's level in Early Childhood or related fields.