Regional Administrator-Olympic Academy

Capital Region ESD 113•Chehalis, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Expeditionary Behavioral Education program teaches students with social, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges. This position works directly with students who have challenging behaviors. This position is 8 hours/day, 260 days/year. The job of Regional Administrator- Olympic Academy Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is done for the purpose/s of assisting the Olympic Academy Program Director in the administration and behavioral programming of the Olympic Academy program, encompassing management and leadership functions required to ensure a successful educational and therapeutic day program which serves students whose educational needs are primarily the result of significant social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems.
Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: BCBA and educational principles; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment techniques; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment.
Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.
Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate.
Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information; and maintaining effective working relationships.
Responsibility Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives; directing other persons within a department, large work unit, and/or across several small work units; supervising the use of funds.
Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions.
There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.
Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability
Valid WA State Teaching Certificate Preferred
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certificate or ability to obtain certificate within 6 months of hire
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
WA State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree or Advanced Training Preferred
Valid WA State Teaching Certificate
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certificate or ability to obtain certificate within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

Assesses and evaluates the performance of classified teacher associates for the purpose of ensuring effective instructional support, documenting job performance, recognizing strengths, addressing deficiencies, and maintaining compliance with program standards.
Assists in building a team to determine eligibility and coordinate the delivery of appropriate services for students.
Works with referred students, their teachers, and families to modify unexpected behavior for the purpose of supporting student success.
Assists in developing student programs and/or activities to promote positive student behavior, as well as intervention strategies, for the purpose of ensuring effective behavior management.
Collaborates with the students IEP Team in the development of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for the purpose of promoting skill development.
Ensures ongoing data collection and monitoring of data to develop and/or recommend program changes, for the purpose of maintaining program efficacy.
Follows established program procedures and supports implementation of these procedures at Olympic Academy for the purpose of ensuring consistent, compliant program operations and a safe, effective learning environment for students.
Gathers and analyzes information to understand and plan for the presenting needs of the child and family, for the purpose of effective intervention planning.
Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records to provide up-to-date references and an audit trail for compliance with ESD, local, state, and federal regulations, for the purpose of ensuring accountability.
Participates as a member of the evaluation team and IEP/IFSP committee by contributing evaluation findings and/or collaborating on the child's education program plan, for the purpose of enhancing educational outcomes.
Provides ongoing training and professional development to Olympic Academy and district staff, as assigned, in the area of applied behavioral analysis, program procedures, and behavior intervention, for the purpose of enhancing staff competency and supporting generalization of skills.
Provides supervision and mentorship for fellow Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in compliance with policies and procedures detailed by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB), for the purpose of maintaining high professional standards.
Responds to challenging behavior in the Olympic Academy setting, coaching students for the purpose of coaching students and staff in de-escalation.
Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability, for the purpose of promoting equity and inclusion.
Travels as needed to school districts for the purpose of attending meetings and providing training and support.
Utilizes appropriate strategies to ensure effective de-escalation in compliance with Washington State WACs and Emergency Response Protocols in situations where students pose an imminent threat to self or others, for the purpose of ensuring safety.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the Summit program.