Behavioral Analyst- F/C - 67056709 PATHWAYS MARIANNA, FL

Requisition No: 872280 

Agency: Agency for Persons with Disabilities

Working Title: Behavioral Analyst- F/C - 67056709 PATHWAYS MARIANNA, FL

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 67056709 

Salary:  $1,925.00- $2,930.00 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 03/26/2026 

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AGENCY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

 POSITION: Behavioral Analyst F/C - Career Service

Marianna, Florida

POSITION NUMBER: 67056709

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Working hours: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Salary $1,925.00- $2,930.00 Biweekly

Work Schedule – Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST

Join the Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program (DDDP) Pathways Team.   

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Behavior Analysis, Psychology or related disciplined field with verified coursework in applied behavioral analysis
• Must maintain BCaBA or BCBA Certification and remain in good standing with the Behavior Analysis Certification Board
• A valid driver’s license.

*Responses to the qualifying questions are required and must be verifiable based on your submitted application.  Documentation of professional license/certification shall be submitted with application.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

•             Knowledge of the theories and principles of behavior analysis.

•        Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research

           methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders

•             Knowledge of behavioral functional assessment.

•             Knowledgeable in the use of MS Excel and MS Word.

•             Ability to use logic and analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses of different approaches.  a.

•             Ability to prepare written behavioral reports and progress notes.

•             Ability to analyze and interpret behavioral data.

•             Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

•             Ability to communicate effectively, orally and written.

•             Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Program Overview

The Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program is a 24-hour residential forensic facility with a campus at Florida State Hospital in Chattahoochee and at Sunland in Marianna, operating under the direction of The State of Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). The Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program (DDDP) is dedicated to empowering persons with developmental disabilities charged with a felony crime to acquire the skills to become competent to stand trial and acquire skills and support that will prepare them for success in their future environments.

The Work You Will Do 

The Behavior Analysis Department at DDDP/Pathways provides behavioral oversight to forensic program per F.A.C 65-G, F.S. 916 and F.S. 393.11.  The department is responsible for design and implementation of approved behavioral program, completes functional assessments for design and implementation of behavior modification programs and individualized behavior plans, and conducts data analysis for continuous improvement to behavioral services. 

 The Behavior Analyst at DDDP/Pathways will:

•    Work directly with the Director of Behavioral Services and the BCBA’s to provide comprehensive

            behavioral support to the DDDP and Pathways programs.

•    Provide direct consultation to the Pathways administrative team.

•    Act as a liaison between the DDDP Marianna and Chattahoochee campuses.

•    Observe behavior, design and implement behavior modification plans

• Evaluate effectiveness of behavioral support and modifies as needed

• Provide supervision, support, consultation, and guidance to behavior specialists.

•    Develop procedures and/or individual behavior supports to reduce the use of

  seclusion or restraints

•    Conduct functional assessments and guide the development and implementation of

individualized behavior support plans.

•     Provide staff training on programs and procedures.

•     Provide supervision for BCaBA/BCBA students when needed.

•     Actively plan for and participate in monthly LRC meetings.

•     Help champion special projects including those designed to enhance staff

competencies, ensure program fidelity, and reduce the occurrence of reactive

strategies.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

Upon appointment, employees must maintain training compliance with MANDT or other designated crisis de-escalation training. 

Based on the duties and essential functions of this position, incumbents will be required to spend a minimum of 75% of work time performing duties which involve direct contact with residents in a secure forensic facility.  This position requires lifting, pulling and squatting.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:   

Working for the State of Florida is more than just a paycheck. The state’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of benefits including:   

Annual and Sick Leave benefits   

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year   

State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.   

Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com 

 Flexible Spending Accounts   

College tuition waivers and more!   

For a more complete list of benefits, click https://mybenefits.myflorida.com/  

Recruiting Contact:        

Jodi NeSmith        

Recruitment Manager- Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program & Pathways    

Agency for Persons with Disabilities        

Telephone: (850) 793-7075 

Email: jodi.nesmith@apdcares.org       

Direct Deposit Program – As a condition of employment, a person appointed to a position in State government is required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program. 

 BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT- It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities that applicants for employment undergo Level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the Level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Agency. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for Statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and Federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.  

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINTING, PURSUANT TO S. 110.1127(1), FLORIDA STATUTES.  

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.   

 WE HIRE ONLY U.S. CITIZENS AND THOSE LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE U.S. APD PARTICIPATES IN THE U.S. GOVERNMENT’S EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION PROGRAM (E-VERIFY).  E-VERIFY IS A PROGRAM THAT ELECTRONICALLY CONFIRMS AN EMPLOYEE’S ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES AFTER COMPLETION OF THE EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION FORM (I-9).  

ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD COMPLETE THE ON-LINE APPLICATION PROCESS.  IF ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE CALL THE PEOPLE FIRST SERVICE CENTER AT 1-877-562-7287. RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. ANSWERS TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.