Behavioral Programming Specialist - Caswell Developmental Center

About the role

• Agency
• Dept of Health and Human Services
• Division
• Caswell Developmental Center
• Job Classification Title
• Behavioral Programming Specialist (S)
• Position Number
• Grade
• NC04

Description of Work

The Behavior Programming Specialist (BPS) supports the behavioral programming component of habilitation plans for individuals with significant intellectual or developmental disabilities. Working under a staff psychologist, the BPS collects and organizes behavioral data. They assist in evaluating adaptive, developmental, and social behaviors. The role includes helping develop, implement, train, and monitor behavior intervention programs while engaging directly with residents. Additionally, the BPS serves as a liaison to the treatment team and contributes to overall habilitation planning.

Salary Range

$32,287.00 - $56,502.00

This posting is for multiple positions.

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:

• The role requires knowledge of learning theory, behavioral analysis, and their application to individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
• The specialist must understand data collection methods and behavior assessments to develop effective support programs.
• They should be skilled in observing, recording, and evaluating adaptive, social, and developmental behaviors.
• The position demands adherence to all relevant regulations and standards in behavior programming.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for working effectively with staff and residents.

Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday

Location: Psychology Department

Supplemental Contact Information

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.

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.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

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Minimum Education and Experience

• Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.”
• If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
• See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

• 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.