BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST II

Behavior Specialist II

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center

$7,145.00 - $9,342.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Under the general supervision of the Senior Psychologist (Supervisor), the Behavior Specialist II fosters and maintains an atmosphere which recognizes the needs of the individuals and promotes the effectiveness of all individuals' training programs using knowledge regarding behavior and change. Works under the clinical lead and direction of facility psychologists with competence in applied behavior analysis, and in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, to provide quality behavioral services such as behavior analysis, implementation of behavioral programs, teaching individuals new adaptive skills to replace challenging behavior, staff training, and data collection. Also assists with behavioral assessments, participates in designing behavioral programs, analyzes and summarizes data, trains staff in behavioral principles and techniques, and provides ongoing monitoring of program implementation. The Behavior Specialist II may also act as a lead person as assigned to coordinate effective behavioral services.

Individuals interested in applying must take and pass the Behavior Specialist II examination administered by the Department of Developmental Services. To view the Exam Bulletin, click the following link or copy and paste the link into your web browser:

Exam Bulletin | CalCareers Effective October 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of Personal Leave.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Typical Working Conditions: Exposure to individuals and staff from all service areas, and other conditions common to on-and off-residence environments. Ongoing interaction with personnel and individuals served in areas accessible by individuals. May require prolonged sitting and use of computer terminals and operation of various office machines. Physical workspace may include shared open-office spaces, cubicles, rooms with partitions, available space in the nursing station, areas accessible by individuals (e.g., group areas, hallways, dining rooms, courtyards, classrooms, vocational training sites), etc. with limited personal privacy. May require use of equipment such as headphones to ensure confidentiality during virtual meetings. Exposure to communicable disease, blood borne pathogens and other conditions common to a clinical nursing/treatment environment. Physical Demands: Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement. Requires working with all levels of personnel within the organization while maintaining effective communication to meet objectives.

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged. Submit a completed standard state application (STD. 678) and copy of college transcripts by the final filing date. Applications submitted for vacancies must include the Position Title and Position Number in the Job Title Section and MUST be signed and dated. Applicants should indicate on their application, in the job title section, the type of eligibility they currently possess and which qualifies them to apply at this time. In the "Employment History" section of the application you must list your current employment history by providing the To and From dates with the month, day and year, the hours per week that you worked, which should be a whole number and not a range and the Total Worked (years/months). You must complete the Duties Performed section on the application. Applications with "see resume" are not acceptable. Applications received without all of this information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process. Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their surplus letter. Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Personnel Office at the Porterville Developmental Center or completed and downloaded from the website indicated below.

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

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.

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center Porterville Developmental Center Attn: Human Resources/Exams & Recruitment Porterville Developmental Center 26501 Ave 140 Porterville, CA 93257

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center Porterville Developmental Center Human Resources/Exams & Recruitment Porterville Developmental Center 26501 Ave 140 Porterville, CA 93257 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

EEO Contact: Kerrie Sawyer View phone number on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.

Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birth date, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. The first cutoff date will be11/20/2026 with cutoff's every month thereafter and may be processed as conditions warrant to meet hiring needs. Temporary state housing may be available for those relocating to fill hard to recruit positions. Housing assignments and rates will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.

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.

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.

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