Behavior Modification Assistant

Behavior Modification Assistant

Direct Care and Treatment Services / Community Based Services

Job Description

Job Class: Behavior Modification Assistant

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 08/16/2018

Closing Date: 08/22/2018

Hiring Agency: Department of Human Services

Division/Unit: Direct Care and Treatment Services / Community Based Services

Work Shift: Night

Work Hours: Vary

Days of Work: Vary

Travel Required: No

Salary Range: $17.64 - $24.42 /hourly

Job Class Option: None

Classified Status: Classified

Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

This position will be located in Brainerd,MN. The shift will be a night shift.

The Behavior Modification Assistant (BMA) is responsible for assisting in assessing individual's needs, developing and implementing residential and habilitation support plans with goals and methods, communicating with team members and other agencies, evaluating and documenting out-comes, and maintaining or modifying the plan and performing related work as required. The BMA serves as a principal provider of behavior modification services to the work site team.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Behavior modification theory/techniques sufficient to design and/or implement behavior management components of treatment plans;
• Developmental disabilities and behavior problems sufficient to understand the physical and psychological limitations they put on human development;
• Therapeutic intervention techniques sufficient to control aggressive or violent behavior

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License

Additional Requirements

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

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Why Work For Us?

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our mission as an employer is to actively recruit, welcome and support a workforce, which is diverse and inclusive of people who are underrepresented in the development of state policies, programs and practices, so that we can support the success and growth of all people who call Minnesota home.

How to Apply

Click "Apply" at the bottom of this page. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to .

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Leslie Goral at .

If you are a Connect 700 applicant, please email your certificate to DaniellePekarna at by the position close date.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services' ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 . Please indicate what assistance you need.