Behavioral Programming Specialist - Central Regional Hospital

Health & Human Services; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services in North Carolina seeks a Behavioral Programming Specialist (S) to provide behavioral assessment and intervention services under clinical supervision. The role includes teaching staff and creating and maintaining behavior modification programs across hospital units.

Preferred candidates have strong knowledge of behavioral principles, related regulations, and the ability to observe, record, and report behavior changes.

Qualifications

• 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 with behavior modification coursework.
• Or an Associate’s degree in a human services area with two years of relevant experience in behavior assessment and modification.

Skills

Behavioral principles, mental illness,

Regulatory knowledge

Behavior observation & recording

Staff training in behavior programs

Record keeping & reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology with behavior modification coursework

Bachelor’s degree in child development / social work / education / nursing with behavior modification coursework

Associate’s degree in human services with behavior modification coursework

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Central Regional Hospital Job Classification Title Behavioral Programming Specialist (S) Position Number 60043740 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

This position will be responsible for direct and indirect behavioral assessment and intervention services as ancillary staff, working under the clinical supervision of a licensed psychologist or licensed psychological associate. This position will also be responsible for teaching and staff training as well as assigned tasks across organization units of the hospital. The person in this position will serve as a role model for staff and patients who demonstrate the provision of positive behavioral supports on an ongoing basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Range: $32,287 - $56,502

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.

Preferred Skills

• Considerable knowledge of behavioral principles, mental illness, severe behavior problems, human development across the lifespan, and cultural/ethnic diversity
• Working knowledge of federal, state. and local provisions, regulations and standards regarding behavior programming services
• Skill in observing and recording behavior, its antecedents and consequences and related environmental factors in populations served
• Ability to implement and train staff in the conduct of behavior treatment program
• Ability to organize and prepare accurate records, charts (graphs) and written reports

Conditional Requirements

Visual attention, mental concentration, and manipulative skills are necessary for assessment, treatment, and documentations and are needed most of the time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with flexibility

About Central Regional Hospital (CRH)

CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 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.

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 an 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.