Autism/Behavior Intervention Specialist - 20257312

Starting Wage - $37.96/hr - $40.12/hr

Hours per Day

• 7.0

Days per Year

• 191

• Shift

• 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

A. Job Title: B. Classification Level:

Autism/Behavior Intervention Specialist PT-6

C. Reports to: D. Working Title:

Special Education Specialist (certificated) Behavior Interventionist

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under the general direction of the Education Specialist, with lead direction from the Director of Special Education, provides behavioral consultation to teachers and interventions for students. The position provides direct care for students with behavioral difficulties by providing instruction as assigned, behavior management and preparation of classroom materials to students, and consultation to teachers as directed by the Education Specialist. Responsible for maintaining records and data to support Individual Education Plans (IEP) for assigned special education students. Development and revision of functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans and coordination with other IEP team members is essential. Assignment may be at the elementary or secondary level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.Provides behavior support and training to teachers, children, and staff in coordination with IEP teams. Responsible for the delivery of an ABA-informed functional behavior assessment and behavior intervention plan as outlined by the Education Specialist and for the training of classroom staff to generalize and sustain the plan.

2.Assists the Education Specialist in the development of an individualized student and family centered education plan. Uses visual supports to make the sequence of daily activities predictable and understandable. Uses visual supports to make individual tasks understandable.

3.Assists with preparation for and implementation of behavior management techniques, educational and vocational instruction and vocational placement programs.

4.Instructs students in large or small groups or one-to-one as assigned by and under the direction of the education specialist.

5.Administers or assists the education specialist with administration of assessment instruments.

6.Prepares materials for use by student, teacher and parents; types, hand draws. Reproduces and collates.

7.Uses computer for data entry and to produce correspondence and reports; operates copier, fax and other office machines.

8.Gathers, summarizes and reports student data to inform response to intervention protocols and behavior intervention planning.

9.May accompany students in any education settings for observation and intervention.

10. May assist with profile development for education and vocation planning.

11. May work with high risk students that are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous.

12. Provides training staff in de-escalation and behavior intervention.

13. Performs other essential functions as requested.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in the field of human development, human services, public health, health education, nursing, social work, early childhood education, child development, psychology, or a related field from an accredited public or private institution of higher education;
• and training in autism strategies including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and/or TEACCH and a minimum of six months of successful, relevant, documented work experience with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1.Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) terminology.

2.Knowledge of the principles and practices of Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped Children (TEACCH).

3.Knowledge of classroom management for children with ASD.

4.Knowledge of de-escalation and intervention strategies for students with behavioral disturbance.

5.Knowledge of first aid and CPR.

6.Knowledge of both normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, psycho/social, and disease entities.

7.Ability to communicate in person, writing or on the phone, with students, staff, parents, and volunteers, in a diverse environment.

8.Ability to work under pressure, adjust to varied situations, demands, and new behavior issues.

9.Ability to learn and integrate policies and procedures adopted by the school building, the 10. District and the State of Washington.

11. Ability to be entrusted with confidential and sensitive information.

Certification and Licenses

Training certification in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and/or Treatment and Education for Autistic and Related Communication-handicapped Children (TEACCH), or four years' experience working with autistic children and the ability to obtain ABA and/or TEACCH within 2 years.

Desirable Qualifications

1.Certification as a BCaBA therapist or higher, or

2.TEACCH Practitioner level certification.

3.Right Response certification

4.Willingness to complete Right Response Trainer certification

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in both a typical school setting and satellite sites. During the normal work day employee may be required to travel to multiple sites throughout the district in all types of weather and maneuver traffic, steps, ramps, and uneven ground Must have normal use of fingers, hands, and arms; ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; and tolerance of occasional loud noises.

• Shifts are subject to change.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.

North Thurston Public Schools benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. . For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, HR Director: (253) 583-5087, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Brian Laubach, Deputy Superintendent: (253) 583-5050, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Lori McStay, Executive Director for Human Resources: (253) 583-5087