Behavioral Technician

Broward County Public Schools•Plantation, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in developing appropriate responses from designated students requiring behavior intervention by implementing specific plans on an individual, small group, or classroom basis, as appropriate, to ensure the safety and dignity of students and staff.

Requirements

Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Education Development (GED) testing program.
Minimum of four (4) years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
OR An earned associate degree or 60 - degree credits from an accredited institution.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
Must have the physical stamina and ability to work with behaviorally complex students and implement behavior management strategies as needed.
Computer skills as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Collect data within the school environment.
Assist in data-gathering for Functional Behavior Assessments.
Assist in the development and implementation of behavioral programs, including behavioral support plans and behavioral intervention plans.
Assist staff in techniques needed to implement behavioral systems.
Assist in shaping and teaching appropriate behavior to student.
Become available as needed by school staff.
Perform specific assignments by assisting in the following areas: Material Preparation - Preparing classroom charts, graphs. - Constructing behavior management aids/tools. Clerical Support - Collecting and recording data.
Monitor data and share recommendations for intervention with appropriate staff.
Monitor/supervise a student or small group of assigned students in need of specific behavioral intervention.
Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
Participate in training programs offered to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Follow federal and state, as well as School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.