Registered Behavior Technician

JOB GOAL Provide behavior analytic services and support to assigned teachers and/or programs; assist Board Certified Behavior Analyst with caseloads.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop materials, resources, and instruction related to ABA programming.
• Assist BCBA in functional assessments and skill-based assessments (ABLS, AFLS, VB-MAPP).
• Provide support and management for the implementation of behavior intervention plans under the direction of the BCBA.
• Assist and provide guidance to teachers and other staff in the implementation of behavior intervention plans.
• Maintain appropriate records and student data.
• Assist and support teachers/programs with both classroom management and educational activities under direct supervision of BCBA.
• As indicated by student need, provide monitoring and specialized direct care.
• Provide behavioral, including physical restraints, and psycho-educational assistance to students engaging in severe problem behaviors.
• Support students daily routines including eating, drinking, and toileting as needed.
• Adhere to the Registered Behavior Technician Ethics Code 2.0.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification OR evidence of participation in the completion of the RBT certification program within the outlined and required timeframes as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and district guidelines.
• Once attained, must keep current and valid RBT certification at all times.
• Associates degree in psychology, education, or a related field from an accredited university or higher; OR has completed at least two years or 48 credit hours of study; OR taking and passing a formal assessment which measures the individuals capacity to assist in academic instruction within a classroom setting (Parapro Assessment and WorkKeys).
• At least two to three years experience in providing ABA services to children and adolescents in a variety of educational settings, to include but not limited to self-contained classrooms, inclusion environments, and/or in-home center-based ABA programs.
• Must have a strong foundation in the following areas:
• Ability to define challenging behaviors and collect different types of data (continuous and discontinuous methods of measurement as assigned by the BCBA).
• Directly assisting BCBAs with assigned duties in relation to completing and implementing Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and skill acquisition plans.
• Ability to implement and teach identified specific replacement skills called for in treatment plans as directed by the BCBA.
• Ability to instruct students on social skills.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) in relation to behavioral events, functional assessment observations, and intervention results.
• Ability to work with students who exhibit challenging behaviors and provide support and professional learning for staff who work with such students.
• Ability to establish rapport and work constructively with students.
• Some positions may require diapering, toileting, lifting, and/or feeding. Please inquire at interview.

REPORTS TO Teacher, Special Education Supervisor, and Building Principal.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Performance in this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.

FUNDING This position is subject to grant funding.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively and maintain emotional control under stress.
• Physical Demands: Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties, including frequent and repetitive standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular lifting; frequent and repetitive positioning; and/or therapeutic restraint of students.
• Environmental Factors: Possible exposure to bodily fluids; able to lift up to 35 pounds.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Must maintain current verbal and physical intervention certification training, RBT, First Aid, and CPR certification at all times.