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Department Summary

The UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) provides clinical services to support learning, development, community participation, and quality of life of individuals on the autism spectrum. KFAC offers programming for early childhood as well as middle childhood/adolescence. In addition, KFAC offers specialized programming for children with challenging behaviors that interfere with access to age-appropriate activities.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for directing all aspects of training and related operations at the UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC). The person in this position will develop policies and procedures for training all levels of KFAC clinical staff, UNT and external undergraduate and graduate students, KFAC caregivers, and other members of the community, including professional service providers. The position will provide inputs for the development of the KFAC Strategic Plan and oversee budget allocations for the KFAC’s core training mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in a related field and four years of professional related experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Master’s Degree in Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology and related fields of study providing extensive knowledge of issues, research practices, and treatments for clients with autism spectrum disorder.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience, especially advanced experience and skills in leading and managing behavior analysts, behavior technicians, and/or special education professionals/paraprofessionals or other service providers is necessary to excel at this position.
• Coursework, formal training, or previous experience in instructional design.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) is required to be qualified for this position.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Behavior Analyst

Job Duties:

• Models core organizational beliefs, values, and expectations.
• Develops, implements, and maintains current and aligned KFAC training in appropriate formats including electronic distributions.
• Leads, manages, and directs community training events and activities.
• Follows UNT and departmental policies and procedures, legal requirements, verbal/written directives, and Professional Codes of Ethics and Standards.

Work Schedule:

Flexible, as required by direct supervisor.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.