Behaviorist - Special Education Department (Range AB) CL 20-20 at Dublin Unified School District
About the Employer
Dublin, a suburban city in Alameda County’s East Bay and Tri-Valley regions, has a population of about 73,000 and sits at the I-580/680 intersection. Dublin Unified School District (DUSD) serves nearly 13,000 students from preschool to adult education across a diverse community. The district includes seven elementary schools, two middle schools, one TK-8 school, one continuation high school, and two comprehensive high schools. Committed to inclusive education, DUSD employees embrace the opportunity to ensure all TK-12 students receive instruction in the least restrictive environment by way of inclusion programming. Recognized among the "Best School Districts in California," DUSD schools have earned accolades such as the AP Honor Roll, National Blue Ribbon School, Gold Ribbon Award, and California Distinguished School. DUSD prohibits sex discrimination in all educational programs and activities. Concerns can be reported to Title IX Coordinator Heather Campos, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources. More details on nondiscrimination policies are available at https://dublinusd.org/
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DUBLIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Behavior Specialist
1. BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education, the Behavioral Specialist provides behavior analysis and behavior management plans for special education students enrolled in educational programs; provides support and training to school site staff, paraprofessionals, and parents/guardians in appropriate behavior intervention techniques. Conducts assessments and develops plans that conform to IDEA and the California Hughes Bill. Supervision of special education classified staff working with students.
A. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
? Develops and provides training for groups of school site administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, and paraprofessionals in:
- Behavioral assessments, techniques, and intervention plans
- Managing assaultive behaviors, e.g. Professional Assault Response Training (PART)
- Principles of behavioral intervention, modification, and other behavior management systems
- Crisis management techniques
- Discrete trial methodology
? Works with students who exhibit inappropriate behaviors and provides support and training for staff who work with students who exhibit inappropriate behaviors.
? Trains staff in and conducts functional analysis assessments of behavior for students with complex and or severe behaviors in accordance with the IDEA and the California Education code.
? Consults with and provides direction to school psychologists in implementing and monitoring behavior intervention plans.
? Consults with school site administrators and staff, teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents/guardians.
? Participates in IEP team meetings as required.
? Prepares evaluations, assessments, and/or reports for the purpose of documentation of student behaviors.
? Attends job-related meetings and activities specified by the Director.
? Performs related duties as required.
B. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
? Principles and methods of behavior analysis.
? Theory of behavior and socialization needs of special education students.
? Objectives of behavior intervention techniques, treatment and services.
? Socialization activities used in behavior management.
? Principles of consultation, training and technical supervision.
? Health and safety regulations.
? Effective record-keeping techniques.
? Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
? Interpersonal skins using tact, patience and courtesy
? Established procedures
? District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
? Equipment used to provide behavior therapy.
Ability to:
? Identify and analyze areas of behavior and socialization needs.
? Develop and carry out behavior plans, goals and objectives.
? Provide consultation for classroom and home behavior management.
? Explain and provide training on behavior management principles and methods.
? Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
? Establish and maintain behavior observation files and logs.
? Apply appropriate behavior management procedures in working with students at all grade levels.
? Work cooperatively with others.
? Understand and follow oral and written directions in English.
? Meet schedules and timelines.
? Plan and organize work.
? Work confidentially with discretion.
? Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
? Read, explain and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
? Maintain records adhering to established procedures.
? Complete assigned work in timely manner.
C. QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree in psychology, behavior analysis or closely related field; one year of behavior analysis, behavior management and/or socialization experience in a similar setting.
D TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Work year: 197 days + 16 paid Holidays
Salary schedule placement level AB on the current Classified Schedule B Salary Schedule
Requirements / Qualifications
Master's in Psychology or Behavior Analysis or a related field which addresses certain areas of focus. BCBA's must have supervision hours and pass the Behavior Analysis Board Certification.
Cover Letter Resume Three Letters of Recommendation (within 1 year)
Requirements / Qualifications
Master's in Psychology or Behavior Analysis or a related field which addresses certain areas of focus. BCBA's must have supervision hours and pass the Behavior Analysis Board Certification.
Cover Letter Resume Three Letters of Recommendation (within 1 year)
Comments and Other Information
8 hours/ 5 days
197 Work Days/ 16 Paid Holidays/ 11 Months
Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Comments and Other Information
8 hours/ 5 days
197 Work Days/ 16 Paid Holidays/ 11 Months
Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Application Deadline
7/9/2019 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/25/2019
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Schedule B Range AB $58.24 - $70.80
Length of Work Year
197 Work Days/ 16 Paid Holidays/ 11 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Posting Number
CL 20-20 BHVST SPED