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Child Development Assistant
Description of Duties
This position is primarily involved with assisting in the administration of criterion and norm referenced screening tests for students. The verification and interpretation of test results, preparation of evaluations and subsequent recommendations are performed by Psychologists and other certified staff. The Child Development Assistant collects data from student records and through interviews to determine if students require further evaluation. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of an administrative or certified staff member.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, or Education, plus one (1) year paid full-time or it’s part-time equivalent*** experience working one-on-one with children* with special needs** in a public agency or school district, or administering screening tests such as hearing or visual testing; OR,
- Three (3) years paid full-time or it’s part-time equivalent*** experience as stated in (A) above; OR
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), and (B) above.
*children for the purposes of these minimum qualifications, is defined as individuals from birth up to and including age twenty-one (21).
**special needs for the purposes of these minimum qualifications, is defined as a physical, emotional, or developmental/learning disability.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
