Child Development Specialist

Summary The Child Development Specialist under the general direction of the Clinical Supervisor shall identify, assess, and monitor children with developmental concerns and provide interventions and referrals as appropriate, while working as part of a team.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; in early childhood education, or a bachelor’s degree in another field with experience in child development may be substituted.

Other Qualifications
 Must be organized and good with detail work, flexible, self-directed, and good at communication and teamwork.
 Demonstrates understanding of child abuse and neglect dynamics, child development and parent-child interaction.
 Must have knowledge of the community and related issues and concerns; culture and customs; organizations, groups, and associations interested in and/or servicing our community in East Hawai'i.


• Must possess a current Hawai`i Driver’s License.
• Must have use of dependable automobile.
• Must have clean driving abstract.
• Must have a clean criminal background/record check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• TB clearance desirable.
• First Aid and CPR desirable.

Computer Skills
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Professional Suite.