Behavioral Specialist (Child and Youth Programs)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the CDC III on Nellis AFB, NV. Part-time employees are guaranteed 20 hours but may work up to 34 hours per week.

This position does offer benefits. 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, 03/05/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and 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 be able to speak, read and write English. Must have a strong foundation in applied behavior analysis.

Must understand behavioral characteristics associated with behavioral disorders, autism, intellectual abilities, and other behavioral 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.

Ability to mentor, coach, and train classroom teachers and program management. A master's degree is preferred in early childhood education with experience in behavioral analysis.

Specialty certificates in applied behavioral analysis will be accepted as emphasis to your experience in this area. Must have a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or human services.

Major Duties:

Responsible for assessing students with behavioral issues, collecting data, and specials needs inclusion action information on students working with teachers and management.

Works with teachers and managers to devise a behavior plan for the student and valuating the effectiveness of the plan.

Compiles and interprets test results to diagnose student's conditions as 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 group. Designs behavioral interventions for students.

Implements behavior support plans utilizing required Department of the Air Force assessments and inclusion actions 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 applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12891299