This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.
This position will perform the statutorily required semi-annual monitoring of Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes (EBSH) and Community Crisis Homes (CCH), provide a review of program plans for EBSHs and CCHs, and assist in the certification and licensing process, and provide other behavioral expertise and support to the Department, provider staff, and regional center (RCs).
Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave
The Department now offers an entrance salary rate of $8685.00 for the Behavior Specialist II.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an open-space, partitioned office. This position has daily and overnight statewide travel approximately 40% - 60%. This position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.
Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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.
Qualifications
Special Requirements:
Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters is Martin Rivera.
DDS serves more than 330,000 individuals, also known as consumers, who have developmental disabilities including cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, autism, epilepsy and related conditions. The programs, services and resources here are designed to empower consumers who have developmental disabilities and help guide the families, advocates and professionals who help them live their best lives.
Martin Rivera