What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician position at Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit?
Behavior Technician Job Description Summary
Position Overview: The Behavior Technician is a non-teaching, non-professional role under the direction of the Supervisor at New Horizon School.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years' experience working with children with complex needs and behavioral issues.
- Specialized training and certification in emotional disabilities and/or behavior management methods.
- Valid Act 34, 114, and 151 background clearances.
- Knowledge of behavioral management principles, practices, trends, and treatment methods.
- Ability to collaborate with teachers of varying expertise levels.
Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Assist in identifying needs and developing programs for students with complex behaviors and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP).
- Support classroom teachers in implementing and evaluating interventions.
- Maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, and other professionals.
- Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
- Assist in behavioral support services for New Horizon School.
- Provide pre-referral assistance for students with challenging behaviors.
- Maintain pupil records and data as requested.
- Collaborate with the Supervisor to establish work schedules.
- Attend professional development opportunities as authorized.
- Participate in BVIU in-service programs and activities.
- Receive supervision and evaluation according to state standards and BVIU procedures.
- Participate in the school crisis prevention intervention team, including student escort and restraint practices.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Terms of Employment:
- 200 workdays per year with salary and benefits as approved by the Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit Board of School Directors.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24,000