Board Certified Behavior Analyst

REAL Journey Academies•Ontario, CA

32d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Under the supervision of the SELPA Director or designee, the BCBA provides consultative and direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) support to staff and programs across the District. This position is responsible for supervising and facilitating behavioral programs and services for students aged 0 to 22. This includes oversight of special education behavioral staff, development and implementation of behavioral intervention programs, compliance with federal and state regulations, and coordination with internal and external agencies.

Requirements

Basic techniques and methods of effective instruction with students.
Special characteristics of students with autism.
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) training
Principles and techniques of discipline and behavior modification.
Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.
Basic concepts of child growth and development of children.
Personal hygiene practices and procedures.
Safety practices and procedures.
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Develop and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with physically disabled and exceptional students, their teachers, and parents.
Understand the needs of exceptional students.
Physically lift and handle students in caring for their personal needs, i.e. toileting, aiding with bladder and bowel apparatus, administering to seizures, removing and replacing braces, etc.
Exercise patience and tact in dealing with students and staff.
Understand and carry out oral and written instruction.
Supervise students in the classroom and out of doors.
Provide one to one Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) including Discrete Trial Training (DTT) to designated students in the community or classroom.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Monitor and evaluate student progress.
Work independently with minimal direction.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Demonstrate problem solving skills and determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Accept change positively and support new ideas and methodologies.
Maintain consistent, regular, and punctual attendance.
Work effectively as a member of a team.
Perform general clerical tasks.
Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described is qualifying; MA Degree.
Possession of current BCBA certification issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and successful experience as a Behavior Analyst required.
Training in behavior intervention strategies, and experience working with students with disabilities in a classroom setting.
Valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.
California Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Discrete Trial Training (DTT) (desirable)
Speak Spanish. (desirable)
Certification by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) in non violent crisis interventions, first aid, and CPR training preferred.

Responsibilities

Behavioral Intervention and Support: Provides technical assistance, training, coaching, resources, and shadowing of site based behavior support and other educational staff in the fundamentals of ABA and the effective implementation of behavior programs.
Demonstrates and trains staff in the use of behavior intervention techniques and instructional strategies designed to assist students in learning replacement behaviors and generalizing skills across settings.
Provides training in reactive strategies and assists with crisis response, if needed.
Provides technical assistance and oversight of trainees pursuing Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCABA), or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification requiring ongoing fieldwork hours supervision.
Evaluate student behavioral data and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).
Design and monitor Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for students requiring Tier III intervention.
Develop and implement trauma-informed, evidence based behavioral supports aligned with Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Assist with crisis management and de escalation, including physical intervention/restraint
Support classroom teams with behavior strategies and replacement behavior training.
Program Supervision and Implementation: Provide ongoing supervision and training to Behavior Analysts, Behavior Support Specialists, Intensive Behavior Interventionists (IBls).
Supervise individual case progress for compliance, quality control, and identify opportunities for transition services to a less restrictive setting as appropriate.
Advise and support administrative staff and education teams regarding appropriate referrals for Behavior services including Intensive Behavior Intervention services.
Collaboration and Consultation: Serve as liaison with District and outside agency partners to ensure continuity of care and behavior support
Participate in IEP meetings and provide written reports to IEP teams and administrators
Collaborate with principals, Child Welfare and Attendance Specialists, and instructional leaders on student discipline and behavior plans.
Consult and collaborate on appropriate IEP goals and supports
Training, Coaching, and Professional Development: Provide in service training to parents, community agencies, student groups and educational staff members, addressing the promotion of positive behavior principles, crisis prevention intervention (CPI), and proactive plans to address challenging behavior(s) related to educational success.
Coach and shadow staff to build site based capacity in behavior management and intervention fidelity
Provide ongoing supervision for designated staff
Data Monitoring and Reporting: Guide the use of data systems for behavioral progress monitoring and program evaluation
Review and support the collection of behavior data by school sites; ensure compliance with MediCal and other reporting requirements
Use data to inform program improvements and provide reports to district and SELPA leadership