Behavior Support Technician

Linn Benton Lincoln Education Service District; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance CAP for health premiums

PERS retirement and paid time off

Job summary

Linn Benton Lincoln ESD in Albany, Oregon is seeking a Behavior Support Technician (Instructional Assistant IV) for the Strategic Partnerships Response Team. This 1.0 FTE role provides stability, encouragement, and skilled support to students, collaborating with teachers and specialists to create safe, structured environments.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, five years in K-12 or related fields, trauma-informed care knowledge, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five years of experience in K-12 education, behavioral health, or related field.
• Experience as a member of a classroom team.
• Trauma-informed care understanding.
• Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet software accurately.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs using structured, trauma-informed approaches.
• Establish and maintain positive, therapeutic relationships with students.
• Implement behavior and safety plans with fidelity under licensed staff guidance.
• Apply evidence-based practices to improve student outcomes.
• Use de-escalation and crisis response techniques to maintain safety.
• Collect, track, and analyze behavioral and instructional data.
• Communicate with Behavior Consultants, teachers, and specialists.
• Support classroom staff in implementing behavior strategies.
• Implement instructional strategies to build student skills and independence.
• Collaborate with team members with active listening and professionalism.
• Problem-solve and adapt strategies using data.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Valid driver's license

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in human services or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Job Description

1.0 FTE on a 190 day work calendar

Location: Albany, OR

Competitive salary and benefits package

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job; that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage a candidate’s application, even if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to discuss your application.

BEHAVIOR SUPPORT TECHNICIAN (INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT IV) – Strategic Partnerships Response Team

Classification: Classified190 day calendar

Reports to: Program Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

This dynamic role offers the chance to make a lasting difference for students who need stability, encouragement, and skilled support to succeed. You will work with students, teachers, and specialists to create safe, structured environments, build student skills, and help young people overcome barriers and gain independence. This is meaningful work for someone who values relationships, teamwork, resilience, and helping every student succeed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of successful experience in K-12 education, behavioral health, or a related field.
• Experience working as a member of a classroom team.
• Practical understanding of core concepts and methods regarding trauma-informed care.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize word processing and database/spreadsheet software with accuracy.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Such alternatives to certain above qualifications may apply as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors

Preferred:

• Post-secondary education in human services, psychology, education, or a related field.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in a therapeutic, educational, or behavioral health setting.
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills.

GENERAL INFORMATION

This position has the following expectations and prerequisite abilities.

• Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings and understanding and commitment to anti-racists principles.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and adherence to the competent and ethical educator practices.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing all aspects of our agency including Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA).
• Exceptional prioritization of tasks, timely completion of work assignments, ability to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates respectful, flexible and effective teambuilding skills of cooperation, communication and active participation.
• Present self and LBL in a professional manner including: in oral and written communication, professional disposition when working with others and maintaining professional dress standards.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives, find requested data and present in user-friendly formats for internal and public distribution.
• Maintain regular attendance at work. Be punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedules.
• Utilize the teleservice platform to provide services to educators, students and district staff as directed.
• Ability to lift, carry or transport up to 40 lbs. and have the strength and agility to assist children with special needs.
• Must be able to kneel, crouch, sit and move from the floor to standing, sit on child sized furniture while working with children throughout the day.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a vehicle or work setting.
• Ability to provide own transportation to school, preschools, community settings, as deemed necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support students with behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs using structured, therapeutic, and trauma-informed approaches that promote safety, stability, and success.
• Establish and maintain positive, therapeutic relationships with students while serving as a consistent, appropriate role model and source of support.
• Implement behavior support plans, safety plans, and IEP-aligned strategies with fidelity under the direction of licensed staff and Behavior Consultants.
• Apply evidence-based practices, including Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), antecedent-behavior-consequence models, and positive reinforcement to improve student outcomes.
• Utilize de-escalation strategies, crisis response techniques, and emotional regulation to maintain safety and stability in high-stress or volatile situations without personalizing student behavior.
• Collect, track, document, and analyze behavioral and instructional data accurately to monitor progress, inform decisions, and support plan adjustments.
• Communicate effectively with Behavior Consultants, teachers, and specialists to share feedback, coordinate supports, and sustain positive working relationships.
• Support classroom staff in implementing behavior strategies through modeling, prompting, training, and reinforcement of effective practices.
• Implement instructional strategies that build student skills, increase independence, and support successful reintegration into less restrictive educational environments.
• Collaborate effectively with team members by demonstrating active listening, conflict resolution, professionalism, and a positive team-oriented mindset.
• Problem-solve and adapt strategies in dynamic situations by interpreting directions, responding to student needs, and using data to guide decisions.

SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION

• Salary and benefit information shown are based on full-time employment (1.0 FTE) based on the current school year
• Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD Classified salary schedule will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, and experience
• Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health, dental and vision insurance premiums
• Employer paid PERS, holidays, sick leave and personal days are also provided
• Employer paid Life Insurance 1 x annual salaryEmployer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability
• May qualify for a Cell Phone/Data Stipend

Health Insurance

Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees

• Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
• LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost
• Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Carriers offered are:

• Moda

Retirement

• PERS – Public Employee Retirement System
• For more information visit: pers.state.or.us
• LBLESD pays the 6% employee contribution on behalf of each employee

Personal Leave

• Up to 24 hours
• Up to 96 hours (prorated based on work calendars less than 260)
• Sick Leave Bank
• Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank
• Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury
• Up to 3 hours per month

Professional Development Opportunities

• LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes
• First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite
• Includes workshops and conferences

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 541-812-2624 for additional information and assistance.

Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.