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Milestone, Inc.

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Parks, AZ

$26.50 - $34.39/hr

... directed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum age of 21. * Bachelor's Degree in human services field and a minimum of one year's experience in the field of developmental disabilities. * Must be ...

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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for director developmental disabilities in Arizona is $60,937.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,407.00 and $72,815.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Director Developmental Disabilities job?

A Director of Developmental Disabilities oversees programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. They manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, develop policies, and coordinate resources to improve the quality of care. Their role includes budgeting, advocacy, and collaboration with community organizations. The director works to enhance support systems and promote independence for individuals with disabilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Developmental Disabilities position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Developmental Disabilities, you need expertise in program management, regulatory compliance, and developmental disability services, often supported by a degree in social work, psychology, or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, Medicaid/Medicare regulations, and state-specific disability service systems is typically required. Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential to guide teams and advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities. These abilities ensure effective program delivery, regulatory adherence, and compassionate support for clients and staff.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Director Developmental Disabilities and how can they be addressed?

Directors in this field often navigate challenges such as managing limited resources, staying compliant with frequently changing regulations, and addressing diverse client needs. These challenges can be addressed by fostering strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining open communication channels, and continuously engaging in professional development. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on leadership is key, as is building relationships with families, caregivers, and community partners. Directors who proactively seek solutions and support staff development tend to create more resilient, effective programs.

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Developmental Disabilities Specialist- 40 hours (5137)

Developmental Disabilities Specialist- 40 hours (5137)

Terros Health

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Terros Health rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

120th of 240 rated social care providers

Job description

Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Developmental Disabilities Specialist, 40 hour (Behavioral Health Technician) working out of our Phoenix location.
Terros Health's Crisis Mobile Team provides behavioral health, prevention, education, crisis intervention, and crisis stabilization services. They serve children, adolescents, adults, senior adults and families as well as schools, neighborhoods, organizations and businesses by providing phone, walk-in and in-home crisis counseling to clients to facilitate immediate stabilization of emotions and behavior. The individual will need to be professional, friendly, a self-starter, organized, and compassionate.
Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. For more than five decades, the heart of everything we do is inspiring change for life. We help people manage addiction and mental illness, provide primary medical care, restore families, support our veterans, and connect individuals to the care they need.
If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Healthcare Organizations that promotes Integrity, Compassion, and Empowerment, we encourage you to apply!
Terros Health: Extraordinary Care. Empowered People. Exceptional Outcomes.
Recently awarded among Arizona's Most Admired Companies by AZ Big Media
Responsibilities:
Terros Health is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Specialist.
Full Time, 40 hour position in Phoenix, AZ
Shift: Wed-Sat 11am-9pm
Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS (Additional Language Differential is Available)
The Developmental Disabilities Specialist is responsible for responding to crisis calls and planned interventions by providing phone and face to face crisis counseling to individuals (children and adults) and their families and caregivers when experiencing a mental health crisis situation to facilitate the stabilization of emotions and behavior in addition to providing referrals and resources as needed.
Duties include:
Responsible for responding to crisis calls and planned interventions aimed to support individuals with a developmental disability, their families and caregivers when experiencing a mental health crisis situation. Assisting with individual service plan development; person centered planning and CFT; emergency contact sheet development; at risk crisis plan development; positive behavior support; transitions back to home/group home and administer emergency response in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures
Terros Health offers an excellent benefit package including, but not limited to:
Benefits & Wellness
  • Multiple medical plans - including a no premium plan for employees and their families
  • Multiple dental plans - including orthodontia
  • Financial well-being - 401(k) with a company match, interest free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support
  • 4 Weeks of paid time off in the first year
  • Wellness program
  • Child Care Support Program
  • Group life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program for the Whole Family
  • Personal and family mental and physical health access
  • Professional growth & development - including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs
  • Employee perks and discounts
  • Gym memberships
  • Tuition at GCU and University of Phoenix
  • Car rentals

  • GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience, or an associate's degree in the behavioral health field, or
  • A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, or
  • A bachelor's degree in the behavioral health field (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, Counseling) or
  • Masters degree, i.e., MA, MC, MSW, in a behavioral health field, Arizona license or eligible for Arizona license.
  • Must have or obtain a valid Arizona Driver License, be 21 years of age with a minimum 4 years driving experience. Must meet requirements of Terros driving policy
  • Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level 1) or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card within 7 working days of employment
  • Must have at least one year of direct client care with the developmentally disabled.
  • Able to perform first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary and appropriate and have a current certification in CIT.

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