Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Supvr)

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 62,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center, part of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, seeks a Behavior Analyst (NS) to coordinate supervision of behavior analysis and support services for residents with complex needs.

The role involves conducting functional behavior assessments, writing treatment plans, training staff, and ensuring high-quality services in a residential setting. Requires relevant education and BCBA-aligned credentials.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology or closely related field.
• BCBA certification preferred.
• Experience supervising Behavior Analysts preferred.
• Behavior-analytic skills in training staff for data collection and procedures.
• Ability to supervise and train paraprofessionals and other staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise behavior analysis and support services for residents.
• Develop and revise data collection systems; analyze data.
• Write and revise behavior-analytic treatment plans and supervise their implementation.
• Train staff to implement treatment plans and provide supervision to BCBAs and related staff.
• Provide community consultation and research as requested.

Skills

BCBA certification

Supervising staff

Behavior-analytic skills

Training direct support staff

Data collection & analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or closely related field

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Behavior Analyst (NS)

Position Number

60048736

Grade

MH16

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 supervisory Behavior Analyst coordinates and supervises behavior analysis and support services to approximately 60 residents with severe/profound intellectual disabilities. They provide services consistent with the dimensions of ABA that may include, but are not limited to, conducting functional behavior assessments and analyses, developing data collection systems and analyzing data, writing and revising behavior‑analytic treatment plans, training others to implement components of treatment plans, and overseeing the implementation of treatment plans, direct service, staff training and/or parent training, and provides supervision to Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts, Behavioral Programming Specialists and other ancillary service staff as assigned. Provides supervision according to the Behavior Analysis Certification Board for Behavior Analysts enrolled in the verified course sequence. Provides community consultation and services as requested. Supports and/or conducts applied research on improving understanding and treatment for people with intellectual disabilities and related developmental disabilities.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $62,044.00 – $102,371.00

Recruitment Range: $62,044.00 – $102,371.00

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. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Management prefers a candidate that has experience supervising Behavior Analysts.
• Behavior‑analytic skills in the training and treatment of individuals/residents with intellectual and developmental disorders.
• Behavior‑analytic skills in training direct support and other staff to implement data collection and training and treatment procedures as part of behavior analytic based support plans with clients.
• Ability to train paraprofessionals (including BCBAs and Behavioral Programming Specialists) and other staff to provide competent assessments, training, and treatment programs.

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.

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

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

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” ... See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master’s Degree in Psychology or closely related field or 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.