QUINCO MENTAL HEALTH CENTER·Decaturville, Tennessee
The Child Development Specialist will organize and implement the Project BASIC program by conducting classroom instruction and providing counseling for students, teachers, and parents. They are also responsible for coordinating with school administration and maintaining data for program evaluations.
Decaturville
Office -
Decaturville,
TN 38329Summary: Provide school based education group and individual sessions with students in grades K – 3 at schools participating in the Project BASIC program.
Essential
Duties and
Responsibilities include the following:
Assist in organizing, planning, and implementing the Project BASIC program.
Locate, select, and develop resources needed for the Project BASIC program.
Coordinate the Project BASIC program with school principals.
Schedule and conduct classroom instruction with grades K – 3.
As appropriate, provide individual and/or group counseling for students, teachers, and parent support counseling.
In coordination with school administration, develop a system for referring students to appropriate community agencies.
Collect and maintain data and information that can be used in reports and program evaluations.
Attend conferences, seminars, and other training sessions deemed appropriate by the Project BASIC Coordinator and/or the Executive Director.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory
Responsibilities: None.
Physical
Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Work
Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is normally quiet.
QualificationsQualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Education and/or
Experience: Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or related area. A Master’s degree and some experience in public schools and/or counseling are preferred.
Language
Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Mathematical
Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Applying fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning
Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates,
Licenses,
Registrations: None required.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or a related field. A Master’s degree and prior experience in public schools or counseling are preferred.
Market context
In Tennessee, Child Development Specialist roles often attract candidates with backgrounds in education, social work, or counseling, especially where schools or child-focused services need support. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer applicants with a master’s degree and prior public school or counseling experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight child development, school-based, or family support experience.