University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)·Galveston, Texas
The specialist will provide comprehensive developmental programs, assessments, and case management for infants and preschoolers. They will also facilitate communication between families, schools, and healthcare providers to ensure children receive appropriate educational services.
Bachelor's degree in Child Development or related field or equivalent and one year related experience.
To provide comprehensive development programs and assessment for preschool ages. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates developmental programs for infants and preschoolers. Trains parents to be facilitator of child's programs. Provides case management and support to families. Functions as a part of an interdisciplinary team in assessment and planning for children. Determines if program objectives are being met and recommends testing to measure effectiveness of instructions. Provides case management and family documentation through reports, case files, and other related records. Participates in overall project work plan and project evaluation/quality assurance efforts. Adheres to internal controls established for department. Performs related duties as required Obtaining detailed developmental, medical, and educational histories. Educating and supporting families on special education processes, services, and advocacy. Assisting families with school enrollment and access to Early Childhood Special Education and other school-based services. Supporting parents in navigating school systems and securing appropriate educational accommodations and resources. Facilitating communication and information-sharing among families, schools, healthcare providers, and the Special Education Navigator to ensure children receive educational services appropriate to their needs. Providing ongoing consultation on educational needs between clinic visits. SALARY: Commensurate with experience.
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Child Development or a related field. At least one year of related experience is required for this position.
Market context
In Texas, pediatric special-services roles support ongoing needs for developmental assessment, family guidance, and coordinated care, making relevant education and experience important differentiators. For this casual position in Galveston, candidates need a bachelor's degree in Child Development or a related field plus at least one year of related experience. The requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time; confirm details and tailor your application to pediatric experience.
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