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Behavioral Specialist (Child and Youth Programs)

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command
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Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Child and Youth Programs as Hill AFB.

This is a Regular Full Time (RFT) position with a guaranteed minimum of 35 hours weekly, and with benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, 401(k), and annual/sick leave).

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
04/18/2025 to 05/02/2025
Salary
$25 to - $30 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Hill AFB, UT
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25-8L-FSY-814779
Control number
835534100

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Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

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  • Responsible for assessing students with behavior issues, collecting data and special needs inclusion action information on students, working with teachers and management to devise a behavior plan for the student and evaluating the effectiveness of the plan.
  • Compiles and interprets test results to diagnose student's conditions and assess eligibility for special services. Reports possible cases of child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to proper authorities.
  • Determines behavior capabilities of students as they function at home and in the program. Designs behavioral interventions for students. Implements behavior support plans utilizing required Department of the Air Force assessments and inclusion action guides.
  • Measures goals and objectives of behavior support plans to ensure they are being met.
  • Coordinates between teachers, parents, and the program to implement behavioral interventions.
  • Analyzes the behavioral interventions to determine their success.
  • Assist classroom teachers and Training and Curriculum Specialists to identify inappropriate behaviors and develop better alternatives.
  • Mentors and coaches' teachers in facilitating behavioral interventions.
  • Designs classes, programs, and specialist curriculum to meet the individual needs of the children.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12727801

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation to include state criminal history checks, and fingerprints with favorable results
  • Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a good driving record.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The Incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
  • This is a Child and Youth Program position which requires 3 references to be attached to the application.
  • Must have bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or human services.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/02/2025

  • Business Based Action
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • Transition Hiring Preference


In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Must have a strong foundation in applied behavior analysis. Must understand behavioral characteristics associated with behavior disorders, autism, intellectual abilities, and other behavior issues. Has a basic understanding of instructional methods and educations curriculum. Has knowledge of and knows how to work with various support systems that are available to the community. Has the ability to train other people to apply behavior management techniques effectively. Must know and understand state and federal laws and regulations associated with special education. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical and Tier 1 background check to include State Criminal History Checks, and Fingerprints. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Ability to mentor, coach, and train classroom teachers and program management. Bachelor's degree is psychology, social work, or human services. Preferred a master's degree is psychology or social work. Specialty certificate in applied behavioral analysis. This is a drug testing designated position. The Incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • This position is NOT included in a bargaining unit.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

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