Working Title: Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 80224

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/13/2024

• Closing Date : 09/26/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

• Division/Unit : DHS - Central Office / Jensen-Successful Life Project

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes (30%)

• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available .*

This position exists to provide individualized and consultative clinical support to persons with severe behavioral challenges and their support teams. The services Successful Life Project provides help prevent re-institutionalization and support people to live in the community of their choice including recognizing and respecting the diversity of the community of their choice. The Successful Life Project also works with the person’s care providers use equitable and person-centered, positive behavior supports and addressing health or medical needs. These services can help improve a person’s overall quality of life.

Must be a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst or working toward the completion of acceptable graduate coursework in behavior analysis according to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and are on track for taking the BACB board exam.

The incumbent will:

• Act as a clinical consultant for persons with severe behavioral challenges, and their support teams.

• Complete clinical assessments to articulate appropriate community supports for persons with clinically complex needs and their support networks.

• Identify needs for, develop and present trainings to Successful Life Project customers, both internal and external, to enhance community capacity to support persons with clinically complex needs with an emphasis on facilitating positive team outcomes.

• Develop, implement, and maintain data analysis of Successful Life Project’s consultation model and its effectiveness for the people supported .

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.

Must be a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or working toward the completion of acceptable graduate coursework in behavior analysis according to the Board Analyst Certification Board, and on track for taking the BACB board exam.

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavioral analysis, or a related field.

AND

• Three years of post-Bachelor’s degree experience providing clinical services and working with people who have an intellectual and developmental disability.

OR

• Master’s degree with a minimum of one (1) year post master’s degree experience providing clinical services and working with people who have a intellectual and developmental disability.

OR

• PhD, PsyD, or DSW degree with a minimum of 6-months of post master’s degree experience providing clinical services and working with people who have a substance use disorder.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.

• Understanding of positive behavior supports and person-centered practices.

• Experience developing and conducting training for residential providers and/or direct care staff.

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.