Qualified Crisis Behavior Professional - Behavior Professional

Initial Posting Date:

11/10/2026

Application Deadline:

11/24/2026

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$5,712 - $7,964

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Qualified Crisis Behavior Professional (Behavior Professional – Portland Area)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! Are you ready to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities, often with co-occurring mental health diagnoses? Do you have experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other related conditions? Does working in a fast-paced work environment energize you?  Then, come #JoinTeamSACU!

This is the schedule we are filling in (Portland) Area.

• Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with some flexibility needed to work some nights and weekends monthly.

To review the full list of duties and responsibilities, please click here to view the Position Description (PD).

Summary of Duties

As an employee working within the Stabilization and Crisis Unit (SACU), you will be a part of a program that provides 24-hour residential care to Oregonians with intellectual/developmental disabilities, often with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, whose support needs exceed the supports offered or provided by other community-based residential programs. SACU provides development and support to assist individuals in safely transitioning back to their home community. We model positive attitudes while offering assistance with access to: health and medical supports, psychological services, emotional and behavioral support, educational supports. SACU staff also provide life skills training, recreational opportunities and community integration. SACU is dedicated to providing the support necessary to maintain the quality of life, achieve the highest possible level of independence and promote social opportunities, which benefit the individuals served and their communities.

We operate 17 residential group homes along the I-5 corridor from Portland to Eugene.

As a Qualified Crisis Behavior Professional, you will:

• Develop, train, and maintain the Positive Behavior Support plan and functional behavior assessment as a part of the Individual Support Plan in a 24-hour residential group home setting for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Collect data on behavior supports in an evidenced based manner and use data to inform changes and revisions.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

You must meet at least one of the following:

(a) Possess a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) graduate level certification in behavior analysis AND one year of experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities.

OR

(b) Possess a Master of Arts or Master of Science in psychology, sociology, human services, education, social work, or other social or behavioral sciences, or the equivalent, AND one year of experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities or other related conditions.

OR

(c) Possess a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in psychology, sociology, human services, education, social work, social sciences, behavioral sciences, or the equivalent as evidenced by transcripts indicating a minimum of six courses in these fields, AND two years of experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other related conditions.

OR

(d) A minimum of six years of experience providing professional behavior services using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities prior to January 1, 2023.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience working in-person with individuals who regularly exhibit challenging behavior, including significant emotional and/or physical behaviors towards themselves or others.
• Experience working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience reading and writing complex support documents rapidly.
• Experience meeting a variety of deadlines, some of which may have short timeframes for completion.
• Experience working with data-collection programs, such as Therap, or other similar types of computer programs.
• Experience performing in-person training on behavior supports to a diverse work group.

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required, (please limit it to only two pages.) Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history. Failure to submit the required cover letter will result in disqualification of your application.

• Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range during the Equal Pay Assessment (previously known as Pay Equity Assessment). If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. Immediately after you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

Working Conditions

• You must have a valid license to drive, and you must have and maintain an acceptable driving record to transport individuals by state van or car.

• You will work in a residential group home environment, which is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• You will be exposed to a variety of settings both within the residential group homes and the community, including occasional exposure to inclement weather.
• Expect work hours and shifts in this position to include any shift, including weekends, nights, and holidays depending on your assigned work schedule.
• You must be able to work a flexible schedule with some nights and weekends monthly.
• You will work with individuals who experience an intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD) and co-occurring mental health disorders.

• You will be exposed to individuals who are justice-involved or committed, and/or individuals who may often experience crisis that may be communicated in significant emotional or physical behaviors towards themselves or others.

• There is frequent daily lifting up to 75 pounds involving transferring, positioning and moving individuals and/or moving program supplies. You will frequently squat, bend, and stoop.

• You must be able to engage and maintain Oregon Invention System (OIS) approved restraints for one (1) hour or less.

Background Checks and Requirements

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• The Department of Human Services is a drug free workplace. All applicants will be subject to drug testing for Narcotics, Methamphetamine, and other controlled substances. 
• Your driving record must meet the qualifications of the ODHS SACU Driving Policy and will be considered unacceptable for offenses, including, but not limited to any misdemeanor or felony traffic offense in the last 24 months. 

If you are offered a position, you will attend a three-week paid in-person training at our central office in Salem and you must become certified during this New Employee Orientation in the following:

• First Aid/CPR Certification - Requiring you to complete compressions in a kneeling position.
• Oregon Intervention System Certification (OIS) - Requiring you to physically hold an individual for safety while maintaining an approved restraint on clients which may involve quick movements, changes in physical positioning, and verbal communication with coworkers. 

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• This position is part of the Police and Fire pension plan, which allows you to retire with full benefits after 25 years of service.
• A variety of resources and benefits are offered through the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.

Employment Preference

Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference:

• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans, Disabled Veterans & Servicemember Preference Resources & Information.

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range (AA-Rate). If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95% (AP-Rate). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details, or you may visit our website for information on Pay Equity.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the [email protected] for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Dereen Jalal. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number: REQ-209538.
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone (call or text): 503-910-7744