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Position Title: _ Board Certified Behavior Analyst_

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Senior Director of the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA), the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides consultative services to District staff and direct instructional and behavioral services to students, assists District staff with planning, implementation, and evaluation of student behavior supports through the application of the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The BCBA collaborates with District staff and families to design and implement appropriate instructional strategies, behavior management, behavior intervention plans, and data collection and completes Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and staff training.

Representative Duties: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. Duties may vary from site to site. The position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but it is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.)

· Uses Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to make recommendations to teachers, support staff, parents, and other District personnel to implement appropriate strategies for positive behavior interventions;

· Demonstrates use of non-aversive behavioral management techniques and other instructional strategies;

· Serves as an instructional leader, trainer, and resource to both elementary and secondary programs in the areas of student behavior change, discipline, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) development, alternative programs, program implementation, special education laws, and compliance;

· Consults with teachers to select, design/modify classroom services (including learning activities, instructional groupings, lesson plans, educational materials, curricula, assessments, teaching and behavior management strategies, etc.) for assigned students to promote the academic, vocational, physical, and social development needs, adhering to accommodations as appropriate;

· Participates in professional growth and development activities;

· Provides technical support in other areas as requested and appropriate (e.g., IEP development, instructional material development, scheduling, overall classroom management, training of instructional assistants);

· Maintains regularly scheduled site visits county-wide, to consult and provide support as needed;

· Routinely observes student interactions and learning environments to assist the classroom staff in accurately assessing the effectiveness of behavior support systems to promote student success;

· Collaborates with staff, administrators, families, and related agencies as appropriate, on proactive behavioral supports;

· Develop systematic and comprehensive, individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and train and support staff on the implementation of each BIP;

· Supports the development of behavior intervention plans and monitors the fidelity of implementation to ensure the success of behavioral interventions and supports;

· Develops and creates behavioral support materials and data collection materials; trains staff on materials;

· Participates in the referral process for behavioral supports;

· Conducts functional behavioral assessments (FBAs);

· Coordinates activities for the purpose of implementing behavior intervention plans including measurable goals and objectives with strategies for meeting them

· Identifies individual behavioral, emotional, and/or communication patterns which interfere with student learning;

· Observes, consults, and assists staff in the development and implementation of IEPs for children with exceptional needs;

· Coordinates with various specialists and classroom teachers to develop measurable IEP goals and objectives with strategies for meeting those goals;

· Provides related services and consultation services according to a student’s IEP, as needed;

· Conducts assessments to determine the need for intensive individual services, as assigned;

· Maintains accurate records, reports, communication logs, and student profiles;

· Adheres to and implements the district policy and procedures, including bargaining agreements and job duties of district staff, when providing instruction and staff training, as coordinated with district administration;

· Participates in the Individual Education Program (IEP) process as a member of the IEP team by presenting oral and written information and providing input as appropriate.

· Prepares written reports; drafts and updates IEP goals, behavior intervention plans present levels, and progress reports.

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· The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

· Knowledge of best evidence-based practices for students on the autism spectrum and all disability areas to assist classroom teachers in developing systematic and comprehensive individualized student programs.

· Knowledge required to interpret oral and written instructions and procedures, and complete routine reports.

· Specific knowledge with understanding of growth and developmental levels, behaviors, and common disabling conditions of children as applied to children through young adults, and knowledge of strategies, interventions, and methodologies to be applied in educational settings.

· Skills required to develop, implement modify and evaluate intervention plans.

· Skills required to document student response to interventions.

· Skills required to create, organize, and maintain materials and supplies.

· Skills required to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.

· Skills required to work effectively and professionally with education colleagues.

Ability to:

· Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of different types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.

· Ability to problem solve, analyze issues, create plans of action, and reach solutions.

· Ability to demonstrate and train staff in the use of techniques and other instructional strategies in behavior management (i.e. discrete trial training, structured teaching, etc.)

· Communicate effectively with children and parents, staff members, and representatives of other agencies.

· Work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues.

· Develop and maintain effective interpersonal relations using tact, patience, and courtesy.

· Maintain reliable, punctual, and regular attendance.

· Invite information, constructive criticism, and cooperation from others.

· Establish rapport and gain the trust of others.

· Maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference, or hostility.

· Work effectively in a strong service environment, under pressure, and subject to changing priorities.

· Maintain an appropriate personal demeanor during periods of heightened stress created by outside factors not always within the ability of the employee to control at the time.

Education and Experience:

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

· Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field from an accredited university, preferred.

Experience:

· One (1) year of successful experience in a California school district or County Office of Education, preferred.

· Three (3) years of experience in behavior intervention with preschool-age to adult students, preferred.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

· Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification, required.

· Current or renewable status in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), or other non-violent crisis intervention program, preferred.

· Possess a valid California driver's license and the availability of an automobile with the liability coverage required by the LCOE policy.

· Possess cleared current Tuberculosis (TB) Screening/Certification in accordance with the California Education Code.

· Cleared background checks through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) prior to starting employment with the agency. The agency also receives subsequent arrest information from the DOJ if any penal code infractions occur.

Salary: Appropriate placement on Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule. Range 18. $97,692 - $109,552.

Detailed salary schedules can be found on the Lake County Office of Education Website (www.lakecoe.org) under Human Resources. This classification is Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Non-Exempt.

Working Conditions:

Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

· Typical office environment.

· Some travel to various school district offices and sites as needed.

· Occasional travel within California.

Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position under sometimes stressful conditions; (e)

· Manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines, and operate an automobile; (e)

· Vision sufficient to read printed materials; (e)

· Hearing sufficient to conduct in-person and telephone conversations; (e)

· Speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard at normal conversational distance, on the telephone, and in addressing groups; (e)

· Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, and to reach overhead;

· Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, District, from school or home site to site); (e)

· Drive an automobile and respond to emergency situations;

· Physical strength sufficient to lift twenty-five (25) pounds;

· Physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time;

· Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgments and decisions. (e)

(e) = essential

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions. Please contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations.

Hazards:

· Driving a vehicle on country roads and on occasion during adverse weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,692.00 - $109,552.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Children

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Lakeport, CA 95453: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person