Behavioral Programming Specialist

Health & Human Services; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Psychology Department at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center, part of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, seeks a Behavioral Programming Specialist (S) to provide behavioral assessment and treatment for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The role involves assisting in planning and evaluating treatment programs under clinical supervision, participating in interdisciplinary teams, and helping ensure quality assurance of interventions and

Qualifications

• Knowledge and basic skills in behavioral assessment and treatment of intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to participate in interdisciplinary team processes and to assist in planning and evaluating treatment programs.
• Ability to train staff on treatment/behavior support plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist in behavioral assessments and treatment for residents.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team processes.
• Assist in planning and evaluating treatment programs with licensed professionals.
• Assist in tracking and quality assurance of treatment programs.
• Provide staff training.

Skills

Behavioral assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Staff training

Treatment planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Coursework in behavior modification

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in human services

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services Division J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center Job Classification Title Behavioral Programming Specialist (S) Position Number 60048735 Grade NC04

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Psychology Department provides comprehensive behavior analysis and support and psychological services to residents of J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. These services include, but are not limited to, behavioral assessment and treatment, staff training and management in the provision of behavior support services, participation with the Interdisciplinary Team, consultation with other Center staff, and psychological testing and evaluation. The Psychology Department also provides clinical and management consultant services to outside individuals, groups and agencies serving people with intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder. While under the direction of clinical supervision, the behavioral programming specialist assists in the provision of a range of assessment and treatment services to approximately 25 residents with significant intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities. Services include assisting to provide behavior assessments; participating in interdisciplinary team processes; assisting a licensed psychologist or behavior analyst in planning and evaluating treatment programs; assisting in the tracking and quality assurance of the treatment programs; and helping to provide staff training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of behavioral assessments and treatment to approximately 25 residents with significant intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team processes.
• Assist a licensed psychologist or behavior analyst in planning and evaluating treatment programs.
• Assist in the tracking and quality assurance of treatment programs.
• Help provide staff training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Knowledge and basic skills in assessment of intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities in terms of behavioral observations and evaluation of treatment/behavior support plans. Knowledge and basic skills in assessment and treatment of learning and behavior disorders. Knowledge in the principles underlying the development of adaptive behavior and basic skills in the application of this knowledge to the learning problems of persons with significant learning and behavior disorders. Ability to conduct training to train staff on treatment/behavior support plans. Knowledge of general ethical, clinical, administrative and social policy issues in intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities and ability to relate these issues to concepts and practices at the Center.

Salary and Recruitment

• Salary Range: $32,287.00 – $56,502.00
• Recruitment Range: $32,287.00 – $56,502.00

Contract Type and Working Hours

Shift Hours: 1st Shift (typically 8:00am-5:00pm), Monday – Friday with some night and weekend work

Physical Requirements

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities. The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville, home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in psychology including coursework in behavior modification from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor's degree in child development, social work, education, nursing, or closely related degree including coursework in behavior modification from an appropriately accredited institution and six months of experience in a developmental center or developmental disability setting; or Associate's degree in human services area from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience providing assessment of adaptive developmental and social behavior, goal writing, collecting and interpreting behavioral data, and developing and implementing behavior modification programs; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Application Deadline and Closing Date

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.