Behavioral Programming Specialist

Salary Range: $32,287.00 - $56,502.00 Recruitment Range: $32,287.00 - $56,502.00*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:** *Knowledge and basic skills in assessment of intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities in terms of behavioral observations and evaluation of treatment/behavior support plans.** *Knowledge and basic skills in assessment and treatment of learning and behavior disorders.** *Knowledge in the principles underlying the development of adaptive behavior and basic skills in the application of this knowledge to the learning problems of persons with significant learning and behavior disorders.** *Ability to conduct training to train staff on treatment/behavior support plans.** *Knowledge of general ethical, clinical, administrative and social policy issues in intellectual disorders and related developmental disabilities and ability to relate these issues to concepts and practices at the Center.*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 and weekend workAbout 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: .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, 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.*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.* 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.* For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at .*Degree/College Credit Verification*Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. *Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.Veteran's and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach