Registered Behavior Technician USD 497 Details FTE: 1.0 HOURS/DAY: 8.0 DAYS PER YEAR: 181 Purpose Statement The job of Registered Behavior Technician is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional staff and students to effect positive behavioral change in students. The Registered Behavior Technician will work directly with students ages 3-21 to teach skills needed to be successful in the classroom setting and to reduce problem behavior. Specific responsibilities include data collection and graphing, implementation of evidence-based behavior strategies, training of team members, participation in monthly after-school supervision sessions, and working collaboratively with teams. Must have current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Essential Functions Accepts direction from the certified teacher and/or the behavior consultant assigned to the classroom for the purpose of meeting the needs of the student, their behavior plan, and/or their education plan. Administers first aid and prescription medications to students for the purpose of providing emergency or necessary care in accordance with district, state and federal requirements. Assists in developing procedures and training materials for district staff involved with students who have behavioral concerns for the purpose of enhancing programs for students in order to meet educational needs. Assists with individualized assessment procedures for the purpose of developing intervention plans and analyzing progress. Collects and graphs behavioral data for the purpose of analyzing and responding to student progress. Complies with applicable legal, regulatory, and workplace reporting requirements (e.g. mandatory abuse and neglect reporting, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student safety and welfare. Confers with teachers/specialists and participates in team meetings for the purpose of assisting in evaluating special education progress and/or implementing IEP objectives. Implements evidence-based behavioral strategies for the purpose of promoting student self-regulation. Implements academic instruction and behavioral plans, as assigned, for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students needs and providing a consistent and safe environment. Performs maneuvers as required by professional crisis management course(s) (e.g. emergency safety interventions, etc.) for the purpose of keeping the student, other students, and staff safe. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns. Trains other staff to collect and graph behavioral data, and to implement behavioral strategies for the purpose of enhancing the abilities of staff to analyze and respond to student progress. Other Functions Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities. Perform other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the building.