Associate Director for Training – Kristin Farmer Autism Center

Title: Associate Director for Training – Kristin Farmer Autism Center

Employee Classification: Assoc Dir Behav Hlth Training

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci

Department: UNT-Autism Center-132710

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS 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 diverse and 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 two schools 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 Education, 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 Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) Associate Director for Training provides leadership for staff training, professional development, and service quality systems at the Kristin Farmer Autism Center. This role supports the preparation of direct service providers to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes meaningful outcomes for clients and families.
Working in collaboration with clinical and operational leadership, the Associate Director for Training develops and strengthens training systems that support consistent service delivery, family partnership, and the development of future professionals in behavior analysis, including systems that support workforce readiness, supervision standards, and training compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field; current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing; at least five years of experience in ABA service delivery, including staff training, supervision, or program leadership; and demonstrated experience implementing evidence-based autism interventions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Expertise in Behavioral Skills Training and competency-based supervision
* Ability to translate clinical protocols into practical staff training
* Strong organizational and systems-thinking skills
* Ability to collaborate across clinical, operational, and academic teams
* Commitment to family partnership and quality-of-life outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading training initiatives or quality improvement efforts
• Experience developing competency-based training systems
• Experience in a university-affiliated or interdisciplinary clinic
• Experience mentoring graduate students or trainees
• Experience supporting focused intervention programs

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing

Job Duties

• Training Leadership and Professional Development • Lead the design and implementation of structured onboarding for RBTs, GSAs, and other direct service providers. • Develop competency-based training systems that support independent performance and service consistency. • Deliver Behavioral Skills Training and coaching to strengthen staff confidence and retention. • Support the professional growth of trainees and graduate students through modeling and mentorship. • Coordinate training compliance and professional development systems, including RBT requirements tracking, BACB fieldwork supervision processes and verification documentation for trainees, Learning Management System (LMS) training completion, and required certifications such as crisis response training and CPR/First Aid. • Monitor updates to BACB standards and guidance and ensure that staff training, supervision, and continuing education practices remain compliant with current requirements. • Collaborate with operational leadership to ensure staff readiness for service delivery, including verification of required training and competency prior to independent clinical work. 
• Service Quality and Fidelity Support • Develop systems to support and strengthen fidelity of implementation by direct service staff. • Conduct skill observations and competency assessments. • Identify training needs and implement targeted supports. • Collaborate with the Clinical Director to ensure training practices align with clinical protocols and service standards. - (Essential)
• Program Implementation Support • Support clinical programs across the center by preparing staff to implement program procedures with consistency and fidelity. • Develop scalable training materials and competency tools to support program growth. • Assist with staff readiness for new program rollouts. • Develop and maintain standardized training materials, protocols, and competency checklists to support consistent training across programs.
• Data and Continuous Improvement • Track training outcomes and staff competency metrics to inform continuous improvement and workforce planning. • Use data to improve onboarding processes and training effectiveness. • Provide periodic updates on workforce readiness and training needs. • Maintain documentation systems that track staff training completion, supervision activities, and competency verification. • Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to staff training and service delivery. 
• Caregiver Training and Modeling • Provide caregiver training that supports family partnership and skill development in natural environments. • Model intervention strategies to support staff learning and implementation. • Support staff in delivering caregiver coaching with consistency. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 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. Resume and cover letter required.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.