Training Specialist Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP)

Title:

Training Specialist - Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP)

Employee Classification:

Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code Campus:

University of North Texas Division:

UNT-Provost SubDivision-Department:

UNT-Col of Publ Afairs & Hlth Sci Department:

UNT-Autism Center-132710

Job Location:

Denton Salary:

Commensurate with experience

FTE:

0.48

Retirement Eligibility:

Not Retirement Eligible About Us - Values Overview Department Summary The College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, exercise physiology and urban design. We have eight academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR, and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society. Drawing on UNT's trail blazing heritage as the first graduate program in the nation to be accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis, and housed in UNT's College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences, 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. In addition to taking excellent care of children with autism and their families, KFAC is equally committed to helping young professionals build careers in autism (incl. UNT students from many academic departments and programs), and conducting research to help scale evidence-based practices in community settings. Position Overview The UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) is seeking a qualified Training Specialist to provide Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) training for clinical staff. This temporary position supports a staff development initiative that includes delivery of an initial training series, a follow-up refresher session, and limited coordination with KFAC leadership to support successful implementation. This is a temporary, non-benefits-eligible position. Minimum Qualifications

• Experience delivering professional training, staff development, or instructional programming
• Relevant experience in crisis prevention, behavioral, clinical, or autism service settings
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills Knowledge, Skills and Abilities N/A Preferred Qualifications
• Certification, instructor status, or formal training in MCPP or a similar crisis prevention model
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential or related professional certification
• Experience training clinical teams in applied service settings Required License/Registration/Certifications Job Duties Participate in a planning meeting to finalize training logistics and scheduling Deliver a two-day, in-person MCPP training for clinical staff Provide instruction, demonstration, coaching, and guided practice during training activities Deliver a 1.

5-hour refresher training session Coordinate with KFAC leadership regarding training implementation and follow-up needs Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds. Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Max of 19 hours/week Monday - Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Required with application:

• Resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
• Brief summary of relevant training and instructional experience Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

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