Registered Behavioral Technician

Registered Behavioral Technician

An equal opportunity employer fostering a workforce that embraces and reflects the rich diversity of Los Angeles County

Salary: $30.35 - $37.67 Hourly

Location: Downey, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 26-LAC605

Department: Ed Programs

Division: Special Programs Support & Transformation

The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) is seeking qualified Registered Behavior Technicians. The position will implement behavior intervention plans that support students with behavioral and social-emotional needs on a school site, including the classroom, small groups, and 1:1 settings. Current vacancies are located in Los Padrinos (7285 Quill Dr, Downey, CA 90242) and Camp Kilpatrick (427 Encinal Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA 90265). However, the resulting eligibility list may be used to fill any vacancies located at other sites.

The well qualified candidate will possess the following:

• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques and services
• Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Technicians
• Basic theories, concepts, and interventions of behavioral/social-emotional disorders
• Data collection techniques and tools
• Standard and instructional computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Suites, Google Drive, and Aeries)
• Crisis management techniques

Competencies:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Critical Thinking Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Decision Making Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Environmental Exposure Tolerance Performing under physically demanding conditions
• General Physical Ability Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Professional & Technical Expertise Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Safety Focus Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Handling Stress Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Learning Agility Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to one's work
• Self-Management Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Informing Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Oral Communication Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Customer Focus Attending to the needs and expectation of customers
• Handling Conflict Managing interpersonally strained situations
• Developing Others Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
• Group Facilitation Enabling constructive and productive group interaction
• Teamwork Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Cultural Proficiency - Modeling communications and interactions that respect and include all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions, and cultures

Required Education and Experience:

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent. A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board is required.

Experience: Three years of experience providing behavioral intervention and management services to children with emotional disability or behavioral challenges in a school setting.

Additional Requirements: Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) is desired. May require a valid California driver's license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to obtain transportation between job sites. May be required to drive between sites.

Selection Process: Candidates who meet the minimum requirements above will be invited to participate in an examination that may consist of a written exam and structured interview.