Intensive Behavioral Intervention Assistant

Garden Grove Unified School District; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

CalPERS Retirement

Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Garden Grove Unified School District is seeking qualified personnel to provide intensive behavioral intervention to students with significant behavioral disorders. The role requires adherence to ABA strategies, documented therapy plans, and close collaboration with instructional staff to monitor progress and adjust supports.

Training in district restraint procedures is provided. The position is primarily full-time, 6-hour assignments during the school year, with responsibilities including data

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; ESSA options include associate's degree or higher, or 48 college units, or passing ESSA exam.
• Familiarity with ABA techniques and behavioral intervention plans.
• Knowledge of district restraint training and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive behavioral intervention to students with severe behavioral disorders per therapy plans.
• Follow documented therapy plans and track student progress.
• Assist instructional staff with behavioral strategies and data collection.
• Utilize district-approved restraint procedures when appropriate within safety guidelines.
• Support students with personal care and hygiene as needed.

Skills

Intensive behavioral intervention

ABA techniques

Restraint procedures

Recordkeeping

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Healthy safety practices

English language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ESSA degree/units option

Job description

OPEN/CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT

OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

ELIGIBILITY LISTS WILL BE GOOD FOR SIX (6) MONTHS

WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT

The examination process will be held on a continuous, as needed basis. You will be notified, as indicated on your application, regarding the exam dates, times, and locations.

SALARY

All new hires will be placed at the starting salary step of this classification ($28.32). Employees are eligible for a step increase on their anniversary date each year, up to the maximum step 5 of this salary range ($32.84).

Job Summary

This eligibility list will be used to fill mostly full-time (6 hours) assignments. Persons in these positions work Monday - Friday, during the school session. Under the general direction, provides intensive behavioral intervention to students who have severe behavioral disorders; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

• Provides intensive behavioral intervention to designated students who exhibit behaviors such as biting, kicking, hitting, throwing, running, spitting, verbal aggression, pulling, and pushing in a variety of educational settings, including classroom and community settings, as directed by supervisor or other specialist.
• Follows documented therapy plans for intensive behavioral treatment.
• Confers with instructional personnel and provides input regarding student progress.
• Documents student progress and behavioral data, and assists with informal documentation.
• Assists instructional personnel with development of behavioral and reinforcement strategies.
• Utilizes approved district restraint training to assist with restraining students as appropriate.
• Utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies as directed.
• Assists in supervision of students.
• Assists in training students in personal hygiene and developing self-sufficiency.
• Assists students with toileting.
• May visit student homes to provide services.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent, and the equivalent of at least six months of part-time experience working with students or clients with intensive behavior disorders is required. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered. All candidates must meet the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. This can be met one of three ways: Possession of an associate's degree or higher; completion of 48 full semester units earned at an accredited college or university; or by taking and passing the ESSA exam. If you meet the ESSA requirement through possession of the associate's degree or higher or have completed at least 48 full semester units, please attach a copy of your degree or college level transcripts to your application.

Knowledge of

• Special needs and requirements of students with intensive behavioral disorders.
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques and strategies.
• Appropriate restraint procedures using district training techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.
• Appropriate hygiene standards.
• Health and safety regulations as related to the position.

Ability to

• Provide intensive behavioral intervention to students.
• Maintain accurate records and data.
• Demonstrate a patient, receptive and understanding attitude toward students.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Use good judgment in making independent decisions to respond to student requests and needs.
• Assist students with personal care such as dressing and toileting.
• Follow education and behavior plans for students.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Applications will be accepted from the general public and district employees who possess the above qualifications. The district reserves the right to invite applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the requirements needed for the position to continue in the examination process. The examination may consist of an evaluation of training and experience, multiple choice, performance, and oral/technical exams. Persons needing reasonable accommodation must notify the Office of Personnel Services by the last day to file. A qualifying score must be achieved on all portions of the examination in order to be placed on the open eligibility list. Outside and district candidates will be placed on one ranked list, with eligible permanent district employees receiving five seniority points which will be added to their final scores.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection, and Statewide Resources are available upon request.

Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and equity should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Educational Services, Dr. Lorena Sanchez, at [e-mail] or [phone]. Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Director of Personnel Services, Chris Francis, at [e-mail] or [phone]. Complaints may be mailed to 10331 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840.

Pupils have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Contact the district office to learn more about Title IX and Sex Discrimination/Harassment including how to file a complaint.

VETERAN'S CREDIT

Veterans shall have an additional five (5) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. "Veteran" as used in this article means any person who has served in the United States armed forces in time of war, or national emergency declared by the President of the United States of America, and who has been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. "Armed forces" means the United States Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. At least thirty (30) days of active service are required to obtain veteran preference points.

Disabled veterans shall have an additional ten (10) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. A "disabled veteran" as used in this article means any veteran who is currently declared by the United States Veterans Administration to be ten percent (10%) or more disabled as a result of service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Proof of disability shall be deemed conclusive if it is of record in the United States Veterans Administration.

Additional eligibility may be granted based on future changes to the law and verification from the Veteran's Administration or the United States Office of Personnel Management.

In order to obtain credit, the applicant shall furnish satisfactory proof of qualifying military service prior to establishment of the eligibility list. No adjustment of rank on the list shall be made when such proof is presented thereafter.

A veteran may be credited veterans' preference points only to obtain initial employment in the district. Thereafter, the only additional points for an open examination shall be seniority points granted in accord with section 4220.3(C)2.

HIRING PROCEDURES

Garden Grove is a merit system (civil service) school district. Employment and promotions are based upon merit, fitness and qualifications. The person selected to fill any regular position will be from among the top three ranks on the eligibility list approved by the Personnel Commission. All regular employees will serve a six (6) month probation.

EXAMINATION FOR TUBERCULOSIS

Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis must be furnished prior to employment and must be based upon an intradermal Mantoux tuberculin skin test completed within the last 60 days.

FINGERPRINTING

All new employees will be fingerprinted.

BENEFITS

All classified employees receive the following benefits:

• Up to 22 paid vacation days per year
• Up to 14 paid holidays per year
• Up to 12 sick leave days per year with unlimited accumulation
• Social Security coverage

All regular classified employees who are employed 30 hours or more a week are eligible for the following additional benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for the employee and family
• Life Insurance for the employee
• Generous Retirement Plan (CalPERS)