Developmental Specialist 1 (40 Hour)

IntroductionThe State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - West Region, is recruiting a full-time, fist shift, Developmental Specialist 1, located in Waterbury, CT.Position Highlights:PCN 15509Full-time, 40 hours per weekFirst (1st) shiftMonday - Friday8:00am-4:30pm (Regular Days off Saturday and Sunday)However, must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the agencyThe Role:The Developmental Specialist 1 will be critical for maintaining the clinical, behavioral, and regulatory support required for individuals served in the Community Companion Homes (CCH) program.About Us:DDS partners with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.What’s In It For You:Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.A healthy work-life balance to all employees.State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.Discover the opportunity to: Engage in a rewarding careerAssist our employees so they can achieve successMake a difference in the public sectorWork together in a collaborative team environmentSelection PlanFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.AFTER YOU APPLY: Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at .QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to at View email address on click.appcast.io. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at View phone number on click.appcast.io or (View email address on click.appcast.io)PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state health care facility, community based health care program or correctional facility this class is accountable for conducting evaluations and therapy and providing services involving behavior modification, data collection and analysis, educational/vocational assessment and placement and/or program development and evaluation under close supervision. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESUnder supervision, develops and implements behavioral programs and/or individual treatment plans and trains direct care staff in their implementation; Observes individual behavior; Collects individual behavioral and environmental data; Consults with allied professionals, families, direct care staff and community liaison workers on treatment planning, therapies and/or individual cases; Prepares case notes and progress notes; Participates in behavior analysis and adjustment, milieu therapy, research, educational/vocational assessment and placement, rehabilitation, data collection and analysis, program development and evaluation, behavioral techniques and community outreach; Selects and administers objective and projective psycho-diagnostic tests; Interprets test results; Assesses individual intellectual status through observation and if individual abilities accommodate, conduct interview; Writes reports including profiles on intellectual functioning and personality organization; Provides individual and group therapy and family counseling; Participates in clinical and interdisciplinary case conferences and staff meetings; May provide consultation according to specialized expertise; May serve as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional; Performs related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYKnowledge of general psychological theory and its application to treatment, rehabilitation and research programs; statistics, data interpretation and experimental design; diagnostic procedures and their use in developing treatment plans; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to develop treatment plans; conduct individual and group psychotherapy; provide consultation and training services; utilize computer software.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE A Master's or Doctorate degree in psychology, educational psychology, rehabilitative psychology, community psychology, experimental psychology or other related degree from a program accredited by a regional educational board and one (1) year of experience in treating and/or working with the individuals in the appropriate specialty serviced by the agency. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreference will be given to candidates who possess the following experience:Experience writing behavioral guidelines and Positive Behavior Support Plans.Experience working with children and adults with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) and autism spectrum disorders.Experience with complex clinical needs of individuals with significant mental health struggles and forensic involvement.Experience collecting behavioral data to guide interventions and treatment.Experience providing clinical behavior support for individuals living with families in the community, supported settings, or in their own homes.Experience with biopsychosocial interviews, conducting mental status exams, motivational interviewing, and assessing risk.Experience working in inpatient/outpatient psychiatric settings and with community mental health resources for individuals/families.Experience with clinical assessment, including but not limited to diagnostic criteria using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-VTR).Experience with problem solving and independently researching and finding solutions to complex situations.Experience working collaboratively with other State Agencies and Programs including Beacon Health, DMHAS, hospitals, and school districts.Experience with Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, Teams, social media platforms and other data systems.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSIncumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from individuals. ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Location Waterbury, CT Date Opened

9/2/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $82,454* - $111,760/year (*New State Employees start at minimum salary range) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date

9/11/2026 11:59:00 PM