Position Information
Position Information
Working Title | Family-School Consultant |
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Department | NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425 |
Requisition Number | S_240388 |
Posting Open Date | 05/03/2024 |
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 05/17/2024 |
Posting Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Description of Work | The Family-School Consultant will be an instrumental part of a research project testing a family-school partnership intervention delivered via distance technology. The Family-School Consultant will be responsible for implementing a conjoint consultation approach to assist parents and teachers in providing effective behavioral interventions for kindergarten-6th grade students with social-emotional and behavioral concerns that interfere with learning. The position requires using distance technology (e.g., Zoom) to provide consultation services to teachers and parents of students in rural Appalachia, but some travel may be required. Some early morning and evening availability may be required. We are seeking qualified applicants for this full-time, ten-month position (August-May). This position may be considered for remote work in accordance with the University of Nebraska’s Alternative Worksite program. More information is available at https://nebraska.edu/alternative-worksite. The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for complex challenges. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination . |
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in educational psychology, special education, psychology, education, or a related field plus one year of experience working with children with behavioral challenges, working in schools or working with parents/guardians of children with special or behavioral health needs, and engaging in behavioral or collaborative problem-solving or delivering evidence-based behavioral interventions. Ability to work independently and with attention to detail essential. Must have excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. |
Preferred Qualifications | Ideal candidates will have a master’s degree in educational psychology, special education, psychology, education, or a related field. Experience conducting applied behavior analysis (ABA), developing evidence-based behavioral interventions plans, working in rural communities, and professional experience in schools or clinical settings, preferably working with teachers and parents. Knowledge of: special education laws and procedures; research methods; and ethical research practices. Ability to work with economically diverse families in rural communities (e.g., rural Appalachia). |
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes |
Physical Required | No |
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | |
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
Posted Salary | $53,000/year minimum |
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. |
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Amanda Witte [email protected] |
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional |
Job Type | Full-Time |
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | 10/12 appointment (August-May) |
Work Location (City, State) | see description |
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes |
If Temporary, indicate end date | |
Planned Hire Date: | 8/1/2024 |
Appointment End Date |
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