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San Bruno Park School District lists this Behavior Therapy Assistant opportunity in san bruno, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Behavior Therapy AssistantUnder the direction of the Behavior Therapist, the Behavioral Therapy Assistant (BTA) assists in the instruction and supervision of individual and groups of students. Support may include teaching replacement behaviors, managing difficult behaviors, facilitating student peer interactions, and other supports as assigned. The BTA may work in special and/or general education classrooms; positions may be fixed or variable throughout the school day and year, dependent on student needs. Students may become physical – evasion and physical intervention may be required. Although most work is performed on a school site, the BTA may be required to attend field trips and other class activities.Responsibilities:Implement student behavior interventions which may include principals of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Integrated Play Groups, Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS), or other methodologies deemed appropriate by the DistrictImplement instructional and behavioral programs as developed by the Behavior Specialist or Mental Health Specialist and IEP Team, including but not limited to academics, social/emotional curriculum and skills, compliance, attention and toiletingAssist Behavior Specialist in providing direction, training, modeling and consultation to classroom teachers, support staff, and parentsCollect data as directed by the Behavior SpecialistMonitor goals and objectives for each studentFacilitate play and social interactionParticipate in regular student planning meetings to coordinate behavioral therapy goals with the total educational programAttend ongoing training as requested and provided by DistrictSubstitute for para-professionals as needed and requested by DistrictQualifications: Knowledge of (or willingness to learn):Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Integrated Playgroups, Picture Exchange Communications (PECS), or other methodologies deemed appropriate by the DistrictCrisis Prevention Communication including the use of physical restraints and appropriate holdsHealth and safety regulationsEffective record-keeping techniquesCorrect English usage, grammar spelling, punctuation, and vocabularyEstablished procedures, district organization, operations, policies and objectivesAbility to:Work cooperatively with team members to develop and carry out recommended intervention plans, goals, and objectives to support instructionImprove performance; accept feedback and implement suggestions for changeEstablish and maintain files and treatment logs, etc. according to established proceduresApply appropriate therapy procedures in work with students while maintaining confidentialityUnderstand and follow oral and written directions in English, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing in EnglishWork independently with minimal directionRead, explain and follow rules, regulations, policies and proceduresComplete assigned work on schedule and within deadlinesBe punctual and arrive at school sites when assignedMaintain a positive, engaging, high-energy and flexible attitude and style of teaching with a creative approach to problem solvingLearn new or special routines, teaching/behavioral management strategies or skillsPersonal Qualities:Maturity and good judgementPresent a neat and clean appearance, and professional image appropriate to the work assignmentCommitment to professional responsibility, high standards and academic excellenceGood healthAn interest in working and helping students with autism, behavior disorders, emotional disorders, and related special needs.Education, Training and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work or related field is requiredBackground in Psychology, Education, Educational Psychology, or Behavioral Psychology is preferredRequires classroom experience working with individuals with disabilities including autism, emotional disturbance, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or behavior challenges; or some psychology/child development courseworkGeneral Characteristics:Work Year: 186 Days, Regular School YearHours: 6.5 daily, includes 30 min. unpaid duty free lunch; specific hours may vary depending on the site assignment start and end timesSalary: Classified Salary Schedule, Range 1Benefits: Generous Medical/Vision and Dental plans above salary prorated to hours
Worksite address
san bruno, CA, 94066, US
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