Behavioral Programming Specialist

State of North Carolina

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently recruiting a Behavioral Programming Specialist for the Child and Adolescent Unit (CAU) at Central Regional Hospital (CRH). Job responsibilities include the following: Direct and indirect behavioral assessment and intervention services as ancillary staff, working under the clinical supervision of licensed psychologist or licensed psychological associate. Implementing behavioral treatment plans (both individual plans and group contingency plans) that have been developed by psychologists. Communicating effectively about and teaching the elements of behavior intervention plans and collecting and summarizing behavioral data in accordance with behavioral intervention plans and departmental and institutional policies/procedures.

Requirements

• 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.
• Knowledge of behavioral principles, mental illness, severe behavior problems, human development across the lifespan, and cultural/ethnic diversity.
• Knowledge of federal, state. and local provisions, regulations and standards regarding behavior programming services.
• Ability to observe and record behavior, its antecedents and consequences and related environmental factors in populations served.
• Ability to maintain a professional, effective, and respectful working relationship with patients, hospital (clinical, administrative, support) staff and the general public at all times.
• Ability to organize and prepare accurate records, charts (graphs) and written reports.
• Visual attention, mental concentration, and manipulative skills are necessary for assessment, treatment, and documentations and are needed most of the time.

Responsibilities

• Direct and indirect behavioral assessment and intervention services as ancillary staff, working under the clinical supervision of licensed psychologist or licensed psychological associate.
• Implementing behavioral treatment plans (both individual plans and group contingency plans) that have been developed by psychologists.
• Communicating effectively about and teaching the elements of behavior intervention plans and collecting and summarizing behavioral data in accordance with behavioral intervention plans and departmental and institutional policies/procedures.

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level