Behavioral Technician
About The Position
The Behavioral Technician assists in developing appropriate responses from designated students who require behavior intervention. The role implements specific plans individually, in small groups, or in classrooms as appropriate, while helping ensure the safety and dignity of students and staff. The technician collects and monitors behavioral data, supports Functional Behavior Assessments, and assists with developing and implementing behavioral support and intervention plans. The position also supports school staff with behavioral techniques, helps teach and shape appropriate student behavior, and supervises students who need specific behavioral intervention. The role includes preparing classroom charts, graphs, and behavior-management materials; collecting and recording data; and sharing data-based intervention recommendations with appropriate staff. The technician is expected to participate in relevant training, review current professional information, follow safety procedures and applicable laws and School Board policies, and perform other duties as assigned. Training in Positive Behavioral Supports and De-escalation strategies, and in Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans, is required within six months of employment. Where a student's IEP requires Professional Crisis Management training, it will be arranged in collaboration with the Exceptional Student Education Department.
Requirements
- Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved GED program, plus at least four years of experience working with behaviorally complex children; OR an associate degree or 60 degree credits from an accredited institution, plus at least two years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
- Physical stamina and ability to work with behaviorally complex students and implement behavior-management strategies as needed.
- Computer skills as required for the position.
- Attend training in Positive Behavioral Supports and De-escalation strategies within six months of employment.
- Attend training in Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans within six months of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills.
Responsibilities
- Collect data within the school environment.
- Assist with data gathering for Functional Behavior Assessments.
- Assist in developing and implementing behavioral programs, including behavioral support plans and behavioral intervention plans.
- Assist staff with techniques needed to implement behavioral systems.
- Help shape and teach appropriate behavior to students.
- Be available as needed by school staff.
- Prepare classroom charts and graphs and construct behavior-management aids and tools.
- Collect and record data.
- Monitor data and share intervention recommendations with appropriate staff.
- Monitor or supervise an assigned student or small group of students requiring specific behavioral intervention.
- Comply with equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
- Participate in training programs to enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
- Review current developments, literature, and technical sources related to job responsibilities.
- Follow safety rules and procedures and applicable federal and state laws and School Board policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.
Benefits
- Salary and benefits consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
