Behavior Technician

Behavior TechnicianThe behavior technician, working under the direction of the behavior specialist, will work with students and staff to facilitate and support individual implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs). The behavior technician may also serve as a first responder to crisis situations at designated schools with students with various disabilities. Supports staff regarding behavior resources, strategies, and instruction.Education, Certification and Experience:High school diploma or general education development (GED) certificate or equivalency; associate degree preferredCompletion of classroom behavior management course (through College of Southern Maryland) or completion of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) courseExperience working with students with severe disabilities especially those with externalizing behaviorsCurrent certification or be willing to complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (CPI) and Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI) and/or any other designated trainingsValid driver's license, motor vehicle insurance, and a reliable means of transportationKnowledge, Abilities and Skills:Ability to maintain confidentialityAbility to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral formAbility to carry out assignments to completion with direction and independentlyAbility to communicate issues affecting students' progress with the behavior facilitatorAbility to follow the directions of the teacher and behavior specialist which may include supporting behavior strategies presented to the school staffAbility to assume a leadership role in crisis situationsKnowledge and understanding of positive behavior support and interventionsBasic knowledge of computers, including knowledge of Boardmaker, Microsoft Suite and willingness to learnAbility to learn the operation of office machines and audio-visual devicesKnowledge of basic assistive technology communication systemsKnowledge of regulations regarding seclusion, exclusion, and restraintDemonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the responsibilities listed belowSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptableEssential Job Functions, Responsibilities, and Duties:Provide instructional and behavioral support and assistance to classroom teachers and instructional assistants, the behavior specialist, and psychologist who are implementing the behavior intervention plans for studentsSupport and assist teachers, and behavior specialist, in preparing instructional and behavioral support materials for studentsEmploy strategies to deescalate a student in crisisMay serve as a lead member on the school's crisis team during a crisisRespond to students in crisis, take the lead on managing the student during the crisis, and remain with the student throughout the crisis eventAssist with reintegrating the student back into the classroom following a crisisDebrief with behavior specialist, classroom teacher, psychologist/social worker and/or administration following a crisis eventCompile data and prepare visual displays/graphs of student progressReflect on observed behavior of students and provide ideas and strategies under the supervision of the Behavior SpecialistProvide data collection and clerical support to assist in recording and monitoring student progress and supporting behavior intervention plansAssist with demonstrating behavior interventions/strategies for the school-based teamAttend monthly team/staff meetings as neededProvide support for students transitioning between teachers or to another schoolProvide class coverage in emergency situationsProvide support to transportation staff in the implementation of behavior plans while students are being transportedCome to work promptly every dayWork flexible hours as necessaryWork under stress and meet all deadlinesTravel from school to school as necessaryOther Job Functions, Responsibilities, and Duties:(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)Performs related work as required or assigned by director and/or supervisor of Special EducationPhysical and Psychological Conditions/ Demands:Position requires significant periods of standing and walking and is performed in a typical school environment. Work may require physical as well as psychological confrontations with aggressive students. The behavior technician may be required to lift or assist with lifting students at various times during the instructional day and may require restraining students in CPI holds.Unusual Demands:Requires the implementation of CPI physical restraintEvaluation:Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by Calvert County Public Schools.