Job Description:

The BCBA will provide support to individuals, by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, functional analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition/ reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills. A BCBA will also oversee programming and provide ongoing support to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position; it is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.
Acts as liaison with the public and mental health community for the purpose of supporting individual student development goals.
Administers programs and services for behaviorally or emotionally disturbed students for the purpose of improved functioning and ensuring program eligibility and compliance with established guidelines.
Assists with student crisis intervention.
Assists in developing interventions, functional behavior assessments and behavior plans for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment for students with challenging behaviors.
Assists in developing procedures and training materials for District staff involved with students with challenging behaviors for the purpose of enhancing programs for students and ensuring that program operations are in compliance with established guidelines.
Collaborates with school personnel, agencies, and families in coordinating individualized ESE services for students.
Collects and summarizes behavioral data.
Completes all reporting requirements as mandated by the district, state, federal, and educational agencies.
Conducts workshops, training, in-service presentations, etc. in classroom management techniques and other topics for the purpose of developing skills and establishing effective relationships with behaviorally or emotionally challenged students.
Facilitates and coach’s teams through the development and implementation of functional behavior assessments/behavior interventions plans and crisis plans for identified students.
Implements and coaches school personnel on research-based methods of classroom management and behavioral strategies.
Participates in the development of Individualized Educational Programs for students.
Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and committees for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and remaining knowledgeable with program guidelines.
 
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Experience working with young children
Public school experience with students displaying social/emotional/behavioral needs
Experience in behavior management (development and program implementation)
Collaborative working style
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem-solving skills REQUIRED
  
QUALIFICATIONS
• BCBA Certified
• Master’s Degree
• 1-3 years of school-based experience working with students with autism and other behavior challenges.

Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000 (DOE):  10 Month Employee - Competitive benefits.
This position is district-wide.
 
Application Procedures: Apply on-line