Program Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must have at least 18 credits in psychology or a related area and possess a minimum of 1-year experience with individuals with Autism or developmental disability OR hold Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification and possess a minimum of 1-year experience with individuals with Autism or developmental disability
• Must possess knowledge, experience and skill with Applied Behavior Analysis, and Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support.
• Must keep TA or other certification active.
• SCIP Certification is required within 3 months of hire.
• Must pass Teaching Strategies and ABA within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Responsibilities

• Supports classroom staff with behavior-related tasks and activities for students on an as needed basis, implementing the IEP and Behavior Support Plan.
• Provides behavior support and crisis intervention for students as assigned on a daily basis.
• Analyzes student information to ensure conformity with Behavior Support Plan.
• Assesses and assists classroom staff on the implementation of the Behavior Support Plan.
• Provides input into behavior programs in collaboration with behavior specialists and behavior support workers.
• Knowledgeable of a range of students in the program to facilitate collaboration and provide coverage for Behavior Support Staff and Behavior Support Assistants.
• Assesses the behaviors of students identified as having behavioral difficulties and works to support classroom staff on effective behavioral management.
• Assists with the management of classroom staff’s utilization of tools and equipment (e.g., token economies, reinforcers, contracts, protective equipment) which are needed for behavior support purposes.
• Participates in team meetings, specialized in-house training meetings, etc. for assigned students/classes, or outside forums as related to PBIS, such as Regional Special Education Technical Assistance Support Center topics related to Behavior Management.
• Collaborates with behavior specialists and other team members regarding behavior issues in school, and in the community.
• Prepares documentation/assessments as needed or requested by the Clinical Coordinators, Behavior Specialists or Licensed Psychologist (e.g., behavior data, observations of student).
• Actively participates in bus duty and lunch coverage.
• Assists with overall program functions as needed (e.g., safety, student intake screenings, bus duty oversight, lunch coverage, provide toileting assistance, etc.).
• RBTs are required to maintain documentation of supervision hours based upon BACB requirements and follow BACB Ethical Guidelines.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• FSA
• EAP
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Paid time off for school breaks