Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Behavior Specialist II (BS II) provides coordination of clinical operations, and standardization of behavioral practices across state-operated Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).  The BS II ensures the delivery of high-quality and evidence-based behavioral services, fosters professional development, employee support, ensures compliance with ethical, clinical, and regulatory standards, and is responsible for overseeing State Operated Facilities Division (SOFD) Trauma Informed Care (TIC) efforts, including but not limited to, communications, training, data collection, and development or refinements of policies and procedures

The BS II must demonstrate expertise in Regional Center services, Title 17 and Title 22 regulations, TIC principals, cultural competency, positive behavioral supports, coaching and training methodologies, person-centered practices, and the use and advocacy of the least restrictive interventions.  The BS II maintains required professional credentials and works to ensure that BCBAs at state-operated facilities provide services that reflect current best practices.  The position also involves training development and collaboration across systems to enhance employee support and clinical quality.

The salary ranges listed do not include the 3% General Salary Increase effective July 1, 2025.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. Incumbent must live and work in California.  All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Special Requirements

• 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.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of: The BS II must have knowledge of mandated reporting procedures to report any observed or suspected abuse or neglect.  Demonstrated knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), trauma-informed care, and clinical supervision principles.

Ability to: Must possess and maintain sufficient physical strength, agility, endurance, and sensory capacity to fulfill the duties of the position.  This includes working with individuals with developmental disabilities (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability) and co-occurring behavioral and psychiatric challenges (e.g., aggression, psychosis, self-injurious behavior, PTSD), and improve the recognition of impact and prevalence of trauma within the workplace and individuals we serve.  Maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and respectful environment is essential to preserving the rights, privacy, and well-being of the individuals served.

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement 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:

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, 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 may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at:  .
If you have not taken the Behavior Specialist II exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click to gain list eligibility.

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 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.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Job Tags

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