BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST II

California Department of Developmental Services; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Standard state employment benefits

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services is seeking a Behavior Specialist II in Riverside County, California. In this role, you will provide behavioral services following established standards for various clients, perform assessments, and develop strategies with the interdisciplinary team.

Candidates must hold a valid BCBA certification or be expected to receive it within one month. As a state employee, you will receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum education and experience requirements as stated in the Classification Specification.
• Valid BCBA certification or expected to receive certification within one month.
• Ability to develop cooperative relationships with service providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral services to consumers for various clients.
• Perform functional behavioral assessments.
• Develop behavioral strategies in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide on-site direct care and training for consumers and their caretakers.

Skills

Behavioral services

Functional behavioral assessments

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

Job description

Job Title: Behavior Specialist II
Location: Riverside County, California

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral services to consumers following established standards and procedures for Canyon Springs General Admission, 7505 Admission, and STAR Crisis Admission clients.
• Perform functional behavioral assessments.
• Develop behavioral strategies in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team (IDT), providers, and other behavior specialists for prevention and intervention plans.
• Provide on‑site direct care, modeling, coaching, instruction, and training with consumers and their caretakers/direct care staff in community settings, including consumers’ homes.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum education and experience requirements as stated in the Classification Specification.
• Valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the National Behavior Analyst Certification Board, or expected to receive certification within one month of appointment.
• Ability to develop cooperative, harmonious relationships with service providers, regional center staff, and others.
• Effective communication and analytical skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.

Special Requirements

• Drug screening clearance prior to hire.
• Background investigation clearance prior to hire.
• Medical clearance prior to hire.

Benefits

As a California state employee, you and your family will receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with retirement benefits and other standard state employment benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.