BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

Behavior TechnicianUnder the direction of the BCBA, the Behavior Technician is responsible for implementing interventions and support to include, but not limited to, leading small group sessions, one-on-one goal setting, problem-solving, various methods of recognition and reinforcement, and de-escalation. The incumbent collaborates with the student, parents and other school personnel to build and implement a strong support mechanism for the student.Minimum Requirements:Education: Associate's degree in special education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field is required. Bachelor's degree in special education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field is preferred.Certification/License: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification through the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) is preferred.Work Experience: 3 years of experience working with students with behavior needs is required.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Must have knowledge of social emotional learning and behavior management in school aged childrenExcellent written and oral communicationAbility to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issuesMaintains confidentialityProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to plan and implement short- and long-range goals and objectivesAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively with other teamsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to create trusting relationshipsStrong organizational skills with outstanding attention to detailsEssential Duties:Provides interventions to identify students to increase pro-social behaviors and reduce challenging behavior including but not limited to small group and one-on-one interventions.Conducts small group and one-on-one meetings to improve social-emotional competencies of identified students, as directed.Discusses data that is collected/documented with the student, parents, staff members and other relevant stakeholders.Assists in determining the impact of the interventions on the student.Participates in reviews of skill acquisition and behavior data on an agreed upon schedule.Provides feedback from classroom observations to the BCBA and teachersPerforms other duties as assigned by appropriate administratorRequired to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandatedPhysical Abilities and Working Conditions:Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditionsSpeech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stressAdditional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.Compensation: Salary Grade: 121 Salary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools Work Year: 202 days