BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the BCBA, the Behavior Technician is responsible for implementing interventions and support to include, but not limited to, leading small group sessions, one-on-one goal setting, problem-solving, various methods of recognition and reinforcement, and de-escalation. The incumbent collaborates with the student, parents and other school personnel to build and implement a strong support mechanism for the student.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Associate's degree in special education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field is required.
• Bachelor's degree in special education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field is preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification through the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) is preferred.

WORK EXPEREINCE:

• 3 years of experience working with students with behavior needs is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must have knowledge of social emotional learning and behavior management in school aged children
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues
• Maintains confidentiality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to plan and implement short- and long-range goals and objectives
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other teams
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create trusting relationships
• Strong organizational skills with outstanding attention to details

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides interventions to identify students to increase pro-social behaviors and reduce challenging behavior including but not limited to small group and one-on-one interventions.
• Conducts small group and one-on-one meetings to improve social-emotional competencies of identified students, as directed.
• Discusses data that is collected/documented with the student, parents, staff members and other relevant stakeholdes.
• Assists in determining the impact of the interventions on the student.
• Participates in reviews of skill acquisition and behavior data on an agreed upon schedule.
• Provides feedback from classroom observations to the BCBA and teachers
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
• Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
 

COMPENSATION:
Salary Grade: 121
Salary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools
Work Year: 202 days