BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

Position There are currently five (5) Behavior Intervention Specialist positions available, seven (7) hours per day, five (5) days per week, nine and a half (9.5) months a year. This position includes benefits. Location Special Education Hours/Months 7 Hrs/day, 9.5 Mo/Yr Tentative Hours 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Filing Period Applications for this position will be accepted online only until July 14, 2026, 4:30 pm. Summary of Duties Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or designee, assists with functional behavior assessments and plans, directs instructional and behavioral support services to students in the district with difficulties conforming to acceptable behavior patterns; assists in development and implementation of programs, policies, and practices relative to the management of students’ problematic behaviors, including children with ASD and ED; collaborates with education administrators, certificated, and classified staff to develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans and provide one‑on‑one and/or group ABA to designated students. Distinguishing Characteristics The Behavior Intervention Specialist classification is distinguished by advanced knowledge of ABA and provides training and support to school site personnel; one‑on‑one and/or group intensive behavioral intervention services. Their role focuses on aiding students with significant behavioral challenges. They utilize ABA principles to foster skill development, emotional management, and positive behavioral changes. They also analyze IEPs and BIPs, manage severe behavioral instances, support students throughout the school day in various settings, and implement ABA teaching strategies. The work is data‑driven, involving collection and analysis of behavioral data to refine intervention strategies. Education Graduation from high school or its equivalency is required. College‑level coursework in child development, psychology, behavior management or child education is desirable. Experience Two years of experience implementing and/or creating individualized behavior services to school‑aged students with various developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses and/or severe behavior problems in a home‑based, center‑based, and/or educational/social services setting. Documents Required Proof of Education : HS diploma or equivalent, or copy of highest completed degree (AA/BA/MA) (copy of diploma or transcripts on letterhead/watermarked paper). A certificate of completion of a 40‑hour Registered Behavior Technician training program as outlined by the BACB. A valid Basic/Standard First Aid Certificate. A valid and current CPR Certificate (Child and Adult). License Requirements Successful completion of a 40‑hour Registered Behavior Technician training program as outlined by the BACB. A valid Class C, California Driver License, a good driving record and use of a private automobile is required and must be maintained during employment. A valid First Aid Certificate comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate and a Child and Adult CPR Certificate is required for all positions and must be maintained during employment. Successful completion of up to 12 hours of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training is required during the probationary period and annual re‑certification is required. Training will be provided at the district’s expense. Successful completion of Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III of Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) training is required during the probationary period and will be provided at the district’s expense. Work Environment Employees in this classification work both inside and outside, may be exposed to airborne pathogens, blood or other bodily fluids and germs, drive a personal vehicle to conduct work, and have direct contact with students, district personnel, and the public, and in the absence of direct supervision. Hazards Exposure to aggressive behavior of students and emergency situations. Physical Requirements Employees need to have the strength to perform average lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally restrain students in crisis situations; good speaking and hearing abilities; ability to bend, stoop and reach; stamina to stand and walk for long periods; manual dexterity to handle controls and/or operate computers and educational technology equipment; use fingers repetitively, use both hands simultaneously; visual acuity to work on computer terminals, use a telephone, and operate a vehicle. #J-18808-Ljbffr