HOUSTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
JOB TITLE : Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Master's degree in applied behavior analysis, education, or psychology from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Must be a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.
- Previous work in the educational and behavioral field is preferred.
- Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
- Must have a valid Alabama Driver's License and reliable transportation to go from school to school when required.
- Good general health, clean attire, and appearance.
- Regular and punctual attendance; compliance with system sick leave and personal leave policies.
- Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes.
FLSA : Exempt
REPORTS TO : Special Education Director / Designee
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Maintain a manageable caseload of students and / or classrooms who have been referred for consultation services.Complete Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), direct observations in the school setting, and other behavioral assessments as deemed necessary for the development of behavior support plans.Develop written reports to summarize FBA results, findings, and recommendations to review with parents and school staff.Create data collection systems and processes to be used in the school setting by educational staff.Train educational staff on how to implement the replacement behavior teaching strategies and behavior response strategies outlined in the Behavior Support Plan, as well as the data collection system to competency.Complete systemic procedural integrity observations of educational staff to maintain procedural fidelity.Complete due process resolution assessments (Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS) Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (ABLS), Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP), etc. to identify necessary skills to be required and make recommendations to the IEP team.Consistent review of data collection systems to determine progress toward objectives or if modifications to the BIP interventions are required to facilitate progress.Assist teachers with classroom setup and organization as part of environmental manipulation for promoting behavior change.Participation in crisis management techniques when necessary.Comply with the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts to facilitate ethical behavior and activities as a Behavior Analyst.Participates in continuing education for professional development to ensure clinical recommendations are consistent with current ABA practices.Use professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content based in Applied Behavior Analysis to make clinical decisions.Develop and present competency-based training to educational staff on topics related to autism, instruction based on ABA principles, behavior management, data collection, FBAs, positive reinforcement, etc. as requested.Attend district and school staff meetings and training as required.Certified with the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.Must maintain credentialing in compliance with the BACB.Must complete Continuing Education Courses as outlined by the BACB.Must complete supervision courses as outlined by the BACB.Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by the Special Education Director.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one and small group situations to students, parents, and other school staff.Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students.Interpersonal skills, necessary for building positive relationships with students, parents, administrators, and staff when providing training and support.Ability to read and interpret documents such as the Alabama Course of Study, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, governmental regulations, professional journals, and any other instructional documents deemed necessary to carry out the requirements of the job.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence that conform to prescribed style and format.Works well with and respects others from diverse backgrounds and cultures.Focuses on solving conflict, maintaining confidentiality, listening to others without interrupting, keeping emotions under control, remaining open to others' ideas, and contributing to building a positive team spirit.Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one situations and promote positive interactions with other faculty members and stakeholders.Must have physical strength, agility, dexterity, acuity, reflexes, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting, and mobility to perform job responsibilities.General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use email, internet software, and word processing software. Must learn other software used by the district, i.e., PowerSchool, Schoology, etc.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan.
Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.
EVALUATION : Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.
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 qualifications and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Houston County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.
