Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Governor Mifflin School District

POSITION TITLE: BCBA- Behavior Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Special Education LOCATION: Districtwide

FLSA: Exempt (GMEA - Teacher)

Summary:

This position of Behavior Specialist is responsible for assessing and evaluating students with behavioral, psychological, developmental or social disabilities and then developing a plan that involves using applied behavior analysis, reinforcement and task analysis. Advises teachers and staff on best practices and approaches. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)provides behavior analysis services and behavior management plans for both students who receive special education and students who are receiving supports through the Multi-tiered System of Supports (Tiers 2 and 3). The BCBA will also be responsible for providing professional development staff to implement various behavior plans for ES, AUS and other students. 

Reporting Relationships:

• Works jointly with the Director of Pupil Services, and other Special Education staff. 
• Works cooperatively with administrators, supervisors, staff, students, and the community to perform job responsibilities as outlined.
• Evaluations will be done by the immediate supervisor.

Terms of Employment:

• Salary and Benefits are as described in the current Agreement.
• Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth by the Board of Directors and the Agreement.

Qualifications:

To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skill and/or ability necessary.

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• Master’s Degree in related field.
• Eight or more years of experience in special education 
• Completion of acceptable graduate coursework in behavior analysis, and a defined period of supervised practical experience and successful completion of the BCBA exam.
• Ability to properly communicate verbally and in writing
• Experience with dealing with the public.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License preferred.
• Meet requirements set forth by the State of Pennsylvania and the Board of School Directors for employment.

Physical and Ability Requirements:

• Ability to reach above and below the waist.
• Ability to use fingers and hands to pick, feel and grasp objects.
• Ability to reach, pull, and use repetitive motions.
• Some stooping, kneeling, bending and twisting of the body required.
• Ability to lift and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 75 pounds.
• Ability to sit/walk/stand/move throughout the work environment.
• Visual and auditory acuity.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to organize tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and excellent diagnostic skills.
• Must possess computer skills.
• Ability to operate various technology equipment.
• Ability to operate various office equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list is intended to be illustrative rather than complete and serves to show major duties and responsibilities and does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent in this position.  The employee will be required to perform any other position-related duties requested by the supervisor.

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• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments for students who have behavior concerns and are receiving supports through MTSS tier 2 or 3, or special education services. 
• Create and adjust plans for students who require specific behavior interventions. 
• Participate in building level MTSS meetings
• Provide insight and coach staff on how to implement various plans for students with behavioral needs (in ES, AUS, and all classroom settings).
• Collaborate with building and district leadership as needed. 
• Direct work with students who present complex and challenging behaviors (case by case basis). 
• Provide support in service delivery, data collection, and general information regarding behavior analysis. 
• Support team on occasion during IEP meetings in the district and out of the district.
• Review and provide insight into IEPs, re-evaluations 
• Supports staff in programming for students. 
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with district guidelines
• Maintain a positive demeanor at all times including, but not limited to, the use of appropriate language.
• Demonstrates openness to suggestions for improving performance.
• Demonstrates initiative, independence and decision making appropriate to the performance tasks of this position.
• Adheres to professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Any other duties assigned by District Administration.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions.  If needed, reasonable accommodations may be given to the employee.  It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the school district administrator designated as immediate supervisor of the position, of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.  The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

All state/district requirements must be satisfied to be awarded this position.

The Governor Mifflin School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.