Behavior Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of high school diploma
• Formal training in theories of Applied Behavioral Analysis, or Behavioral Support Interventions
• Successful completion of the Registered Behavior Technician training course and examination for certification.
• A minimum of 2 years previous experience working with students who require behavior support.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification, as evidenced by completion of the RBT training course and examination
• Participation in the district provided crisis intervention training.
• Current Act 34, 151 & 114 Clearances
• Ability to work as a member of a cohesive team
• Ability to lead/model behavior support strategies for others
• Ability to take and respond to direction of superiors
• Ability to follow and practice policies related to proper procedures for restraint and seclusion
• Remain physically fit in order to maintain capability to physically intervene when students are unsafe, and maintain physical requirements listed under essential duties.
• Must be flexible, creative and problem solving oriented in approach.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, as well as an ability to work with students of all ages.
• Ability to give attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply the basic principles of ABA in classroom settings as directed.
• Assess student needs and provide interventions to redirect behavior
• Collect and submit data needed for Functional Behavioral Assessments and Possitive Behavior Intervention Plans (PBSP) and ongoing monitoring of interventions and PBSP's.
• Implement PBPS's to affect behavior changes
• Regularly review and remain well-versed in a multitude of PBSP's in order to implement the plans and monitor plans for multiple students, at the same time
• Provide direct consultation to the BCBA, specific to analysis of data and recommendations for modifications or revisions to PBSP's.
• Model implementation of PBSP's for paraprofessionals and staff
• When required, provide physical intervention for students demonstrating unsafe behaviors
• Perform and document the district approved restraint and seclusion methods; as well as participate in yearly crisis intervention training provided by the district.
• Participate as a member of the school safety team
• Attend regular supervision meetings with the BCBA and other RBTs
• Maintain consistency of PBSP's by communicating and providing input to teachers and other support staff
• Work with multiple students, as assigned by the administration and/or BCBA.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, use stairs, get up and down from off the floor, all with ease. Job will be physically demanding at times.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package offered including medical, dental, prescription
• Paid sick time
• PSERS (pension for public school educators)