Behavior Technician - District
About The Position
The DCSD Classified Behavior Technician is an entry-level position for an individual specially trained in applied behavior techniques. The role complements the credentials of an Autism Specialist, Behavior Specialist, and/or licensed Special Education provider. Behavior Technicians implement behavior and intervention plans designed by higher-level supervisors, using an advanced skill set that exceeds the typical scope of a Behavior Coach and/or EA-IV. The position also develops and promotes good community relations among district and community clientele. The role is a regular position with variable location, scheduled for 37.5 hours per week and approximately 180 work days per year. The position is listed at 0.94 FTE. The full-time hourly salary range is $21.62–$36.32, with a minimum hire rate of $21.62 and a maximum hire rate of $28.97.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- DCSD Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
- Must be able and willing to obtain other certifications required for the position, including CPI certification.
- Must demonstrate competency with research-based interventions, including applied behavior analysis techniques.
Responsibilities
- Implement skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the supervisor; do not design intervention or assessment plans.
- Collect student data in collaboration with a specialist, such as ABC data, frequency data, and preference assessments.
- Provide modeling, coaching, and guidance to special education staff on implementing skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans.
- Provide advanced modeling of plan fidelity to school teams.
- Provide advanced coaching and modeling on individualized behavioral techniques for school staff and students working with behavior and/or intervention plans.
- Model and coach individualized direct intervention and instruction for identified students.
- Assist with designing and delivering introductory-level interventions and structures, such as visual schedules, work systems, and basic reinforcement.
- Create supporting, guiding, or prompting instructional materials, visuals, and resources for students as needed.
- Demonstrate competency with research-based interventions, including applied behavior analysis techniques such as antecedent interventions and reinforcement.
- Obtain and maintain Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification and implement de-escalation strategies in accordance with CPI.
- Collaborate and consult with the school team and other specialists.
- Model professionalism, collaboration with stakeholders, rapport-building with students, and a positive reinforcing environment.
- Attend planning, IEP, team, and other meetings as needed, acting with professionalism and collaboration.
- May teach Professional Development courses.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Perform supervisor-designated duties based on training, experience, and competence.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- District-paid and voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Voluntary 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plan options
- Paid sick time
- Paid personal time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
