What are the responsibilities and job description for the BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST II position at California Public Utilities Commission?
Job Description and Duties
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The Duties Performed section under Employment History on the State Application (STD. 678) must be completed. Resumes, cover letters or other documents will not be considered responses for this section. Applications received without duties listed in the Duties Performed section may be rejected for being incomplete and may not be considered.
The BS II provides behavioral services to consumers following established standards and procedures of the Northern Stabilization Training Assessment Re-integration (STAR) residential and Crisis Assessment Stabilization Team (CAST) mobile crisis services. The Behavior Specialist II will perform functional behavioral assessments; develop behavioral strategies in collaboration with providers and behavior specialists for prevention and intervention plans; on-site direct care, modeling, coaching, instruction and training with consumers and their caretakers/direct care staff in community settings, such as consumer’s homes, hospital or psychiatric settings. The Behavior Specialist must be competent in the areas of cultural sensitivity for the population being served, positive behavioral supports, trauma informed care, coaching skills training, person centered practices, and utilize less restrictive techniques to behavioral issues. The Behavior Specialist will provide behavioral services to STAR residents as needed. The Behavior Specialist actively participates as part of the Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT) at weekly STAR meetings, monthly IPPs, Psychotropic Drug Reviews, and CAST meetings. The Behavior Specialist is a mandated reporter of observed or suspected abuse or neglect. Must have a valid driver’s license and identification. This position requires a Registered Behavior Technician supervisor certificate, per Behavior Analyst Certification Board requirements.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST II
Position Details
Department Information
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a - Valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification, by the National Behavior Analyst Certification Board. If you are eligible for certification, have applied for BCBA certification and within one month of receiving certification, you may apply. You MUST include the date you will receive your BCBA certification on your State application.
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until FilledWho May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrate the ability to provide positive behavioral supports with person-centered practices with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Works collaboratively with a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:
CA State Employee Benefits
calpers.ca.gov health benefit summary
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
You may find the exam for this classification on the
Exams/Assessments tab or at:
Possession of Minimum Qualifications (MQs) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting MQs with education, you must include a copy of your license and/or verification. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld will be given the opportunity to file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
You MUST ensure your State Application (STD. 678) is up to date with your most current Employment History.
ALL sections in the "experience/duties performed" section must be completed. Applications received that do not adhere to the above may not be considered for being incomplete. Resumes, cover letters or other documents will not be considered responses for this section.
Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as; your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Including, but not limited to; your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.
NOTE: Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.