Behavior Intervention Specialist - 197 Days

Behavior Intervention Specialist - 197 Days Hoover, AL Job Details $51,127 - $98,643 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Working with individuals with developmental disabilities Community engagement Teacher collaboration Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Professional development facilitation in schools Writing skills Teaching Certification Local agency collaboration Data analysis skills Mid-level De-escalation support in education 3 years Working with children Teacher coaching Working with students Staff training Conflict management Implementing behavioral health therapy programs BCBA Autism spectrum disorders support Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for children Communication skills Special Education Certification Student assessment Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

REPORTS TO

Director of Instructional Support Services

JOB GOAL

To assist school personnel in implementing an effective program to address behaviors of students

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completed certification in Applied Behavior Analysis Valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate with endorsement in special education, preferred Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with students with autism, communication disorders, developmental delays, and/or behavioral concerns Experience in writing and implementing effective behavior plans Trained in prevention and management of aggressive behavior Experience working effectively with a team Knowledge of effective strategies for academic, communication, and behavior intervention Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457 Such Alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities 2. Participates as a team member in the identification of and assessment of students' social, behavioral, emotional, and academic problems 3. Works in collaboration with the Director of Instructional Support, district autism specialist, Consulting Clinical Psychologist, and other district administrators in identifying and prioritizing district behavioral needs, interventions, etc. 4. Works in coordination with teachers, administrators, consultants, and other appropriate professionals in conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and in developing a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) 5. Provides staff training and support in behavior management strategies 6. Assists in the design, implementation, and follow-up of behavioral management programs for students to remediate behavioral and social problems 7. Models and coaches staff in behavior management strategies 8. Demonstrates and teaches effective communication skills 9. Performs and models de-escalation techniques when an individual is exhibiting escalated and/or aggressive behavior toward himself/herself or toward staff 10. Provides social skills training to students in such areas as anger management, social skills enhancement, conflict resolution, and appropriate peer interactions 11. Analyzes behavioral data and collaboratively writes Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) to address behaviors that need to be increased or decreased 12. Trains teachers in the documenting and analyzing behavioral data 13. Plans and confers with the classroom teacher concerning any behavioral, social, or personal problems affecting students 14. Assists with evaluation of students in the areas of autism, communication, social skills, sensory issues, etc. 15. Consults with school and district personnel, parents, and community agencies 16. Works with community day cares and preschool programs and Hoover City Schools extended day staff to address behavior concerns of students 17. Maintains frequent and substantive communication with staff 18. Complies with local, state, and federal regulations regarding special education records, reports, and services 19. Cooperates with all teacher regulations and responsibilities in the school 20. Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal and local laws 21. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s) This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

In compliance with federal law, our school district administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.