Board Certified Behavior Analyst - 26-27 School Year
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American Preparatory Academy
Draper, UT, US
Summary
The Behavior Specialist provides ABA services, conducts functional assessments, and develops behavior support plans for individuals and families. They also supervise associate behavior analysts and direct support professionals to ensure effective implementation of programming.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: District Office - Draper, UT, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Summary:
The Behavior Specialist will provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, function analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills. A Behavior Specialist will also oversee programming of associate behavior analysts and provide ongoing support and supervision to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all areas of programming including the training of direct support professionals, person centered strategies consultants (if applicable) and DSP trainers.
Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for clients and their families
Provide model teaching and other direct instructional supports including, but not limited to, practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction and in-service instruction to other support professionals.
Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, to conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, and to develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
Provide ongoing support and training to direct support professionals, ABA implementers, and other individuals in support roles for families.
Ongoing training and supervision of paraprofessional staff in implementation of ABA principles and methodology
and behavior reduction strategies.
Create ongoing data collection system to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and to
analyze data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming.
Develop behavior plans/treatment plans for all consumers with a focus on teaching and other antecedent
strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s).
Meet as needed with supervised staff to discuss ongoing consumer issues and to provide support when
necessary.
Review and sign off on behavior plan/treatment plan training for all field staff and provide field supervision
when necessary.
Utilize Set Works website to enter session notes within 72 hours of each session.
Provide consultation services and to maintain ongoing communication with all constituents (other supports,
parents, community, and community agencies).
Keep current with the literature, new research findings and resources. In addition, continuing education courses
to maintain BCBA certification are necessary (32 credits every 2 years).(If applicable)
Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between personal care staff and families, and to provide
ongoing feedback to government related agencies that contract with such families.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Qualifications/Skills:
Master’s degree in Special Education or related human services field;
Successful completion of internship and/or formal training in the analysis of behavior and instructional strategies training related to working with clients who have pervasive developmental disorders and related disorders, their parents, and other agencies working with client
Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skill, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills and interpersonal relations
Ability to work with a variety of clients in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction
Certified as a BCBA for a minimum of 2 years, unless prior approval is granted by the Executive Director.
Knowledge of DTT programming and implementation
Knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook systems
Ability to utilize a fax machine, phone system, and other office materials as necessary for the position
Ability to respond quickly to phone calls, text messages, and emails
Current on all required trainings/certifications
APA is a public charter school district offering a rigorous classical, liberal arts education to over 3,500 students in Salt Lake County. APA’s West Valley City 2 campus, is a K-12 Title I public charter school. Approximately 75% of the students come from low-income homes and 95% of our students are on free/reduced lunch. Most students graduating from this campus are first generation in their family to attend college. Within two years, APA's afterschool programs averages 800 students a day and has over 21 afterschool programs. All of our afterschool programs (K-12) are free to all of our students. We love our motto, "We do what's best for kids!"
Founded
2010
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
West Valley City, Utah
APA is a public charter school district offering a rigorous classical, liberal arts education to over 3,500 students in Salt Lake County. APA’s West Valley City 2 campus, is a K-12 Title I public charter school. Approximately 75% of the students come from low-income homes and 95% of our students are on free/reduced lunch. Most students graduating from this campus are first generation in their family to attend college. Within two years, APA's afterschool programs averages 800 students a day and has over 21 afterschool programs. All of our afterschool programs (K-12) are free to all of our students. We love our motto, "We do what's best for kids!"
Founded
2010
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
West Valley City, Utah