Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Summary Description The Board Certified Behavior Analyst provides management and supervision of training, and specialized consultative services in the area of behavior analysis and positive behavioral supports. This includes providing direct (on-site consultation) and indirect behavior analytic services to students with special needs who have been diagnosed with severe behavioral disabilities. Developing and implementing district-wide, ongoing training for appropriate staff in the area of positive behavioral supports and behavior analysis. Participating in a variety of meetings, workshops/trainings for the purpose of supporting and/or gathering information required to remain knowledgeable with district and program guidelines and vision. Participating in IEP meetings, as necessary. Effectively balancing the role of district-wide training in behavior analysis and positive behavioral supports with the provision of more specialized consultation on a case-by-case basis. Supervision of Registered Behavior Technician(s) (RBTs) in the school setting. Providing technical training to program staff (site administration, special education teachers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, etc.) regarding specialized instructional methods and best practices from a recognized research base. Working with site staff to build skills and abilities at school sites to functionally assess, collect behavioral data, graph behavioral data, and write effective behavior plans, providing in-service opportunities for parents regarding effective behavioral management in specialized cases. Working with district and special education staff in developing data collection systems, monitoring data collection, and analyzing data to ensure the effectiveness of interventions and instructional strategies. Facilitating and coaching school teams (i.e., teachers, assistants/aides, school site administration) on behavior management techniques and/or specialized instructional methods specific IEP behavior management protocols. Developing resources for tracking data on student behavior, contracts, charts, reinforcement systems for Washoe County School District and its clients. Conducting functional behavior assessments, developing BIP's and BSP's and presenting findings to school team at IEP meetings. Assisting in functional behavior assessments, as well as behavior intervention plans. Providing regular service reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with implementation of behavior plans. This also includes reviewing learner performance data (e.g., collecting and visually summarizing behavioral data). Observing students across a variety of educational settings and providing feedback to staff in all school settings in their efforts to functionally assess and write effective behavior plans. Creating technical assistance reports establishing site-specific observations and recommendations encouraging sites to use least-restrictive methods and best-practices to promote student/program successes. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations. Assisting Special Education Area Administrator with oversight and management of behavior assignments in order to provide effective and timely behavioral consultation and support at school sites. Maintaining and following through on plans for the purpose of assisting in the training of students, family, district and special education staff in the use of behavior intervention and instructional strategies designed to assist students in learning replacement behaviors and generalizing skills across settings. Remaining in compliance with Federal, and State Laws. Remaining in compliance with Board Certified Behavior Analyst Ethical Guidelines. Maintaining good standing as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Participating in professional growth activities, such as: conferences, classes, staff meetings and program visitations. Remaining current with approaches, methodology, research in the field to foster professional growth, and educationally related practices. BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST Summary Description The Board Certified Behavior Analyst provides management and supervision of training, and specialized consultative services in the area of behavior analysis and positive behavioral supports. This includes providing direct (on-site consultation) and indirect behavior analytic services to students with special needs who have been diagnosed with severe behavioral disabilities. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Developing and implementing district-wide, ongoing training for appropriate staff in the area of positive behavioral supports and behavior analysis. Participating in a variety of meetings, workshops/trainings for the purpose of supporting and/or gathering information required to remain knowledgeable with district and program guidelines and vision. Participating in IEP meetings, as necessary. Effectively balancing the role of district-wide training in behavior analysis and positive behavioral supports with the provision of more specialized consultation on a case-by-case basis. Supervision of Registered Behavior Technician(s) (RBTs) in the school setting. Providing technical training to program staff (site administration, special education teachers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, etc.) regarding specialized instructional methods and best practices from a recognized research base. Developing resources for tracking data on student behavior, contracts, charts, reinforcement systems for Washoe County School District and its clients. Conducting functional behavior assessments, developing BIP's and BSP's and presenting findings to school team at IEP meetings. Assisting in functional behavior assessments, as well as behavior intervention plans. Providing regular service reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with implementation of behavior plans. This also includes reviewing learner performance data (e.g., collecting and visually summarizing behavioral data). Observing students across a variety of educational settings and providing feedback to staff in all school settings in their efforts to functionally assess and write effective behavior plans. Creating technical assistance reports establishing site-specific observations and recommendations encouraging sites to use least-restrictive methods and best-practices to promote student/program successes. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations. Assisting Special Education Area Administrator with oversight and management of behavior assignments in order to provide effective and timely behavioral consultation and support at school sites. Maintaining and following through on plans for the purpose of assisting in the training of students, family, district and special education staff in the use of behavior intervention and instructional strategies designed to assist students in learning replacement behaviors and generalizing skills across settings. Remaining in compliance with Federal, and State Laws. Remaining in compliance with Board Certified Behavior Analyst Ethical Guidelines. Maintaining good standing as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Participating in professional growth activities, such as: conferences, classes, staff meetings and program visitations. Remaining current with approaches, methodology, research in the field to foster professional growth, and educationally related practices. Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Education M.A. or Ph.D. degree required. Experience Experience in design and implementation of behavioral intervention systems required. Experience in consultation and program development required. Experience in preparing and executing presentations required. Experience at a school site preferred. Licenses/Certificates Current and valid certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) from an accredited college/university in psychology, counseling, social work, behavior analysis, behavior science, human development, rehabilitation, and/or special education required. Current and valid license as Behavior Analyst (LBA) required. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Nevada driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the District required. Knowledge Of COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Basic behavior analytic principles and application. Functional behavior analysis and implementation of behavior plans. Federal and state laws related to student education, including mandated reporting requirements by district, state, federal and educational agency. Varied characteristics of at-risk students. Assessments used to diagnose students with behavioral concerns. File and record management, office procedures. Collecting, summarizing and graphing behavioral data. Basic computer literacy skills (PPT, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.). Skill In Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. Working collaboratively with certified and classified personnel at various locations. Interacting effectively with all individuals contacted during the course of work. Implementing/modeling specialized instructional methods. Developing behavioral interventions and data collection methods to support IEP goals and objectives for students with behavioral concerns. Implementing individual structured activities. Effectively managing, supervising, and assigning staff and/or resources within the department. Maintaining accurate and complete records, files, and reports. Using de-escalation techniques to defuse potentially stressful/explosive situations with students, staff and/or parents. Ability To Must demonstrate a willingness to travel between schools and work a flexible schedule. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work Environment Exposure to weather: Occasionally Exposure to loud noises: Continuously Working in confined spaces: Rarely Working at heights: Never Working with hazardous materials: Never Physical Demands Lifting/Carrying: Rarely Standing/Walking: Rarely Bending/Stooping: Rarely Reaching: Rarely Pushing/Pulling: Rarely Climbing: Rarely Fine motor skills: never Definitions Never: The activity or condition does not occur. Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time. Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time. Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time. Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time. This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. 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