BCBA

Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
6/24/2024

Location:
Atlantic County Special Services

Date Available:
09/01/2024

Closing Date:
07/05/2024BCBA - Atlantic County Special Services

TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Non-aligned)

REPORTS TO: Director of Instruction, Programs & Services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification from the Behavioral Analyst Certification Board (BACB)

Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or related program

Experience in a school setting preferred

Demonstrate competency in behavior management skills, instructional skills, organizational and interpersonal relations

Ability to work with a variety of students in regard of age and functionality

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in the English Language, both orally and through written expression

Must complete required health examination and immunizations

Provide proof of US Citizenship or legal resident status

Possesses basic technological skills as required by position

JOB GOALS:

Provide support to students and staff by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, Function Analysis and Assessment, Behavior Acquisition and Reduction Procedures and Adaptive Life Skills.

Participate as an active leader on the Behavior Team, overseeing programming of Registered Behavior Technicians, and any other staff involved in behavior supports, as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Intervention Plans.

Provide all required components of supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians according to the BCBA and RBT Code of Ethics

Provide and maintain an environment favorable to learning, personal grown, personal safety and well-being

Establish rapport with students and staff, support students and staff so that they develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for continued growth

Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with other staff members and the school community at large (including families and outside agencies working with students)

Sensitive to and respectful of the diverse background, characteristics, preferences, and beliefs of each individual in the school community and at large

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead in developing and implementing behavior management plans, both classroom wide and individual for specific students, including data collection and analysis, reporting of progress, and modifying plans as needed

Lead in the development, facilitation, and follow up training in Applied Behavior Analysis and other methodologies for behavior modification

Function in a supervisory capacity to Registered Behavior Technicians in accordance with the BCBA and RBT Code of Ethics

Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for students and families (if applicable)

Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, to conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, and to develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors

Coordinate communication between home and school with regard to home-based goals and provide consultation and recommendations to parents regarding behavioral and social issues

Attend and serve as a member of the IEP team, assist in the development of IEP instructional goals/objectives, modifications, programming, progress monitoring, and BIPs

Provide ongoing support and training as well as modeling and direct instructional support for school personnel, and other individuals in support roles for families (if applicable)

Communicate professionally within the school community and maintain effective communication with parents, staff and outside agencies, serve as a liaison and resource with other agencies, community partners and organizations

Problem solve crisis issues in an efficient and effective manner

Provide itinerant services, as needed and outlined by administration

Ensure staff is implementing and maintaining appropriate interventions with student

Maintain regular attendance so as to ensure continuity of services, instruction and operations of the school district

Uphold the safety and well-being of students and staff

Uphold and enforce school rules, board policies and federal and state laws

Keep current with the literature, new research findings and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCBA certification are necessary (32 credits every 2 years).

Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between personal care staff and families, and to provide ongoing feedback to government related agencies that contract with such families.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Director of Instruction, Programs and Services.