Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Pleasant Valley School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
<p style="text-align: center;">*This recruitment is to fill the current vacancy*</p> <p>Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or assigned administrator, utilizes the principles of applied behavior analysis to consult, develop and implement strategic behavior plans to enhance the success of students with special needs. Provides training and support to staff to meet objectives using behavioral intervention techniques; monitors and evaluates student progress and modifies plans to facilitate optimal success.</p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Interested applicants MUST submit the <a href="https://www.edjoinadmin.org/UserDocuments/links/link_1216202123233PM.pdf">BCBA Supplemental Questionnaire</a> with the submitted application.</strong></span></p>
Requirements / Qualifications
The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for permanent, full-time employees:
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annually
- Professional growth opportunities
- CalPERS
Open/Promotional Examinations: Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the “Open” eligibility list.
Education/Experience: Education/Licenses/Experience: Master’s degree in psychology or related field, or Bachelor’s Degree and current enrollment in a related graduate program, completion of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst certificate, and two years of experience working with special needs population, preferably in the area of behavior or autism services. Licenses and other requirements: Valid certification as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the state of California. Valid California driver’s license.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ! The eligibility list resulting from this dual certification recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application:
- Answers to Supplemental Questions
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Other (BCBA Certificate)
- Resume (Optional)
Requirements / Qualifications
The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for permanent, full-time employees:
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annually
- Professional growth opportunities
- CalPERS
Open/Promotional Examinations: Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the “Open” eligibility list.
Education/Experience: Education/Licenses/Experience: Master’s degree in psychology or related field, or Bachelor’s Degree and current enrollment in a related graduate program, completion of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst certificate, and two years of experience working with special needs population, preferably in the area of behavior or autism services. Licenses and other requirements: Valid certification as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the state of California. Valid California driver’s license.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ! The eligibility list resulting from this dual certification recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application:
- Answers to Supplemental Questions
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Other (BCBA Certificate)
- Resume (Optional)
Comments and Other Information
Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Applicants may apply online via edjoin.org, or submit a paper employment application, which may be downloaded from our website at www.pleasantvalleysd.org. Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).
Examination Information: Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:
- Application Screening: Qualifying
- Supplemental Questionnaire: Pass/Fail
- Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%
EMPLOYMENT & SELECTION PROCEDURE
All permanent classified positions are filled from eligibility lists which are created through the examination process. All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list. When a vacancy occurs, applicants in the top three available ranks from the appropriate list shall be scheduled for an interview. Applicants not selected shall remain on the eligibility list until they decline three job interviews, ask to be removed from the list, are hired, or until the list expires. List of viable candidates are retained for one year, unless the list is exhausted prior to the expiration date. Valid lists contain the names of candidates ready, willing, and able to accept employment, if offered.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Employment Verification: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States.
Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information; and, from employing a person who has been convicted of a violent or serious felony, as defined. Prospective employees are responsible for paying their own fingerprinting fees.
Probationary Period: Successful completion of a 130-day or six-month (250 days or one year for management) probationary period is required before appointment to permanent status.
Health Benefits Eligibility Requirements: An employee is required to work at least 826 or more regular working hours from July 1 through June 30 in order to receive an employer contribution towards health benefits. Benefits begin the first of the month following your appointment date. Full time employees that receive the full district contribution must enroll in a medical plan.
Pre-placement Examination: All persons selected must pass a tuberculosis test and, for some jobs, must pass a preplacement medical examination given by a district appointed physician.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The Pleasant Valley School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental impairment, medical condition, age, genetics, or any other unlawful consideration in its employment practices.
Comments and Other Information
Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Applicants may apply online via edjoin.org, or submit a paper employment application, which may be downloaded from our website at www.pleasantvalleysd.org. Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).
Examination Information: Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:
- Application Screening: Qualifying
- Supplemental Questionnaire: Pass/Fail
- Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 100%
EMPLOYMENT & SELECTION PROCEDURE
All permanent classified positions are filled from eligibility lists which are created through the examination process. All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list. When a vacancy occurs, applicants in the top three available ranks from the appropriate list shall be scheduled for an interview. Applicants not selected shall remain on the eligibility list until they decline three job interviews, ask to be removed from the list, are hired, or until the list expires. List of viable candidates are retained for one year, unless the list is exhausted prior to the expiration date. Valid lists contain the names of candidates ready, willing, and able to accept employment, if offered.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Employment Verification: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States.
Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information; and, from employing a person who has been convicted of a violent or serious felony, as defined. Prospective employees are responsible for paying their own fingerprinting fees.
Probationary Period: Successful completion of a 130-day or six-month (250 days or one year for management) probationary period is required before appointment to permanent status.
Health Benefits Eligibility Requirements: An employee is required to work at least 826 or more regular working hours from July 1 through June 30 in order to receive an employer contribution towards health benefits. Benefits begin the first of the month following your appointment date. Full time employees that receive the full district contribution must enroll in a medical plan.
Pre-placement Examination: All persons selected must pass a tuberculosis test and, for some jobs, must pass a preplacement medical examination given by a district appointed physician.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The Pleasant Valley School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental impairment, medical condition, age, genetics, or any other unlawful consideration in its employment practices.