EDUCATION & INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST

Date: Mar 28, 2025

Req ID: 48156

Location:

Warren, AR, US, 71671

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,340.00

Position Number: 22100382
County: Bradley
Posting End Date: 5/4/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,339.94
DDS/Southeast AR Human Development Center/Administration Department

1 Center Circle, Warren, AR 71671

870-226-6774

This position will function as a Behavioral Specialist, working directly with the facility Psychologist to develop and implement on-the-job training and mentoring to improve staff knowledge of behavior management, mental health concerns, and crisis intervention.

Experience in behavioral intervention, crisis management, or mental health settings preferred.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: E048C

Grade: GS07

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $40,340.00 - $64,343.00

Summary

The Education and Instruction Specialist is responsible for providing educational and training programs to the general public, special needs students, and/or employees. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Provides education and training in academic, functional, or recreational areas as specified in approved lesson/training plans; uses appropriate classroom tools and equipment such as visual aids to enhance learning. Prepares specialized lesson and training plans, curriculum and work study programs; creates and/or modifies teaching materials and learning aids for students with sensory impairments. Evaluates student progress through written work, observation, testing and oral feedback, and complete necessary reports. Researches, compiles and submits training data for monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Maintains documentation of classes, evaluations, and other related information; produces complete, accurate, and legible records of training and evaluations. Submits reports to appropriate person or location based on standard operating procedure; produces reports as assigned and completes and transmits other documentation, data, or reports as needed or assigned. Plans and conducts extra-curricular activities for students. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of training program development and presentation techniques. Knowledge of teaching principles and methods. Ability to research, develop, evaluate, and revise training programs. Ability to coordinate and conduct training programs. Ability to prepare reports and maintain records. Ability to present ideas and information to large and diverse groups.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in education, special education, or a related field, plus two years of experience in a related educational or program field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.