PSD Behavioral Specialist - Preschool Services*

Job Description:

PSD Behavioral Specialist - Preschool Services*

Description

The Job

WANT TO BE PART OF A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY? APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED!

The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for a Behavioral Specialist who provides services to preschool children in order to assist with the prevention, early identification, and early intervention of problems that impact a child's emotional, social, and/or cognitive development. This position also provides information to families and staff concerning community mental health resources.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the County.

*Official Title: PSD Behavioral Specialist

For more information, refer to the PSD Behavioral Specialist job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:

Summary of Benefits

Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1) Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).

2) Must complete the AB 1207 - Child Care Providers: Mandated Reporter Training prior to placement at a school site.
3) A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued. (Health & Safety Code section 1596.871)

Minimum Requirements

CANDIDATES MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTION REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE
OPTION 1
Must possess one (1) year of full-time equivalent work experience as a behavioral specialist/interventionist , case manager , or counselor in a social services program which provides comprehensive services to families and children at risk .

EXPERIENCE
OPTION 2
Must possess one (1) year of full-time equivalent work experience as a coach or mentor working with teachers to support challenging behaviors or mental health needs in a state or federally funded program serving children birth to 8 years old.

- AND-
EDUCATION
Must possess a completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related Human Services field.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):
Copy of degree AND transcripts ( unofficial transcripts are accepted and must be legible ).

Required documentation MUST be attached to your application.
Or email to [email protected] Subject : PSD Behavioral Specialist - Preschool Services

Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
All work experience and education information must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered ( resumes are not reviewed ). All information must be current and up to date.

EDUCATION
Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces .

Desired Qualifications

A Master's degree in a related field is highly desirable.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure :
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, April 03, 2026 .

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy . (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application .)

For more important details, review the links below:

Guide to Completing a County Job Application

Applicant Information and the County Employment Process

Administrative Services Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$59,217.60 - $81,244.80 Annually