Behavioral Analyst (Classified) at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for the nearly 40,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Job Summary
This position will be assigned to the Special Education Department: Under the direction of the Executive Director of Special Education, plans, organizes, coordinates, and monitors the Santa Cruz County Office of Education' s behavioral curriculum and instructional program to ensure that all services respond to the needs of students with Autism and Moderate to Severe Handicapping conditions in relation to their behavior and social skills. The Behavior Analyst will be assigned to areas of specialized expertise within Special Education regional programs.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Bachelor degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Speech Therapy, or related Behavioral Science required; Master' s Degree is required. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with students diagnosed within the autism spectrum implementing behavioral-based programming or with an Emotionally Disturbed disability. Knowledge of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), or TEACCH instructional strategies and Evidence Based Practices in the area of Autism and other areas of disability is preferred. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance. Possession of CPR and first aid certificate. Possession of a valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification required. In order to maintain BCBA certification, individuals are required to comply with the BACB’s ethical requirements and recertify every 2 to 3 years. Application Procedures: Applicants must submit a completed application and are encouraged to attach a résumé and supporting documents (copies of licenses and certificates) to the application material. Qualified applicants will be invited to an oral examination covering the knowledge and skills required. An eligibility list will be established and the top three ranks of candidates will be interviewed for final consideration and appointment. The eligibility list established will remain in effect for a period of six (6) months unless it no longer exists due to an insufficient number of available candidates. If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation, we must be informed prior to the administration of the test.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Bachelor degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Speech Therapy, or related Behavioral Science required; Master' s Degree is required. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with students diagnosed within the autism spectrum implementing behavioral-based programming or with an Emotionally Disturbed disability. Knowledge of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), or TEACCH instructional strategies and Evidence Based Practices in the area of Autism and other areas of disability is preferred. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance. Possession of CPR and first aid certificate. Possession of a valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification required. In order to maintain BCBA certification, individuals are required to comply with the BACB’s ethical requirements and recertify every 2 to 3 years. Application Procedures: Applicants must submit a completed application and are encouraged to attach a résumé and supporting documents (copies of licenses and certificates) to the application material. Qualified applicants will be invited to an oral examination covering the knowledge and skills required. An eligibility list will be established and the top three ranks of candidates will be interviewed for final consideration and appointment. The eligibility list established will remain in effect for a period of six (6) months unless it no longer exists due to an insufficient number of available candidates. If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation, we must be informed prior to the administration of the test.
Comments and Other Information
Benefits: Employees assigned to this schedule are entitled to receive vision, dental and medical coverage for the employee and their dependents. Employees have a choice between various medical plans. Each plan may have an employee premium contribution amount for which the employee can utilize a tax sheltered Section 125 Plan. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS members are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan. The employee also receives long-term disability insurance and life insurance. For more information please review the Classified Summary of the Benefits Administration Page on the Santa Cruz County Office of Education website or read it on the link to the right under Links Related to this Job.
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education provides an Associate Degree stipend of $375, a Bachelor’s Degree stipend of $750 or a Master's Degree stipend of $1,500 per year for eligible employees. Degree stipend is prorated based upon full time equivalent.
Comments and Other Information
Benefits: Employees assigned to this schedule are entitled to receive vision, dental and medical coverage for the employee and their dependents. Employees have a choice between various medical plans. Each plan may have an employee premium contribution amount for which the employee can utilize a tax sheltered Section 125 Plan. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS members are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan. The employee also receives long-term disability insurance and life insurance. For more information please review the Classified Summary of the Benefits Administration Page on the Santa Cruz County Office of Education website or read it on the link to the right under Links Related to this Job.
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education provides an Associate Degree stipend of $375, a Bachelor’s Degree stipend of $750 or a Master's Degree stipend of $1,500 per year for eligible employees. Degree stipend is prorated based upon full time equivalent.
Application Deadline
5/25/2022 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
3/22/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$7,925 to $8,720 with a potential to earn up to $10,079 using the 2021-2022 Classified Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
40 hours per week/10 months per year/1.0 FTE
Employment Type
Full Time