Registered Behavior Technician - Job #7718

Sierra Vista Unified School District; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Sierra Vista Unified School District in southeast Arizona is seeking passionate individuals to join our PreK-12 team as a Registered Behavior Technician. The RBT will implement behavior-analytic services under close supervision and contribute to a supportive learning environment for students with disabilities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the BCBA and district staff, data collection, and applying PBIS strategies with fidelity.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a 40-hour BACB RBT training.
• Must pass the RBT examination.
• Current Registered Behavior Technician Certification by the BACB.
• Supervised experience as set by the BACB.
• Experience with children aged 3+ and disabilities preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with parents, staff, and community.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to use technology in the workplace.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn PBIS strategies.

Responsibilities

• Work under the District BCBA supervision as part of the district behavior team.
• Collaborate with the team to address students' behavioral needs district-wide.
• Work with paraprofessionals one-on-one and in small groups to provide training.
• Assist in conducting district in-services and train staff on proactive behavioral strategies.
• Observe student behavior and implement positive behavioral interventions.
• Collect ABC data and support FBA and BIP as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

PBIS knowledge

Education

RBT Certification (BACB)

40-hour BACB RBT training

RBT examination passed

Job description

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our PreK-12 team!
Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Professional Development
Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completion of a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List designated by BACB.
2. Passing score on the RBT examination.
3. Current Registered Behavior Technician Certification by the BACB
4. Supervised experienced as set by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
5. Demonstrates ability to coordinate and collaborate with parents, staff, community, and outside agency personnel.
6. Experience working with children aged 3 and older; experience with children with disabilities, preferred.
7. Demonstrates leadership and management skills in the workplace.
8. Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.
9. Demonstrates ability to use technology in the workplace.
10. Have knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
2. Strong organizational skills.
3. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
4. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
5. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to services.
6. Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
7. Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
8. Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
9. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
10. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
11. Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with students.
12. Ability to understand and maintain students' and parents' rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
13. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
14. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.

Disclaimer: The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Registered Behavior Technician will have the opportunity to practice under the close, ongoing supervision of a BCBA. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. The RBT does not design intervention or assessment plans. It is the responsibility of the RBT supervisor to determine which tasks an RBT may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Under the direction of the Director of Exceptional Student Services and supervised directly by the district Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Behavior Technician will be part of a district behavior team.
2. Will meet and collaborate with the team on a regular basis to develop action steps to address students' behavioral needs district wide.
3. Under the direction of the BCBA, work with paraprofessionals one-on-one and in small groups to provide training as needed.
4. Assist the BCBA in conducting district in-services, training all relevant staff on the implementation of proactive behavioral strategies.
5. Observe student behavior in order to implement appropriate positive behavioral interventions.
6. Collect ABC data in collaboration with other staff to inform a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) (when necessary) and follow up with a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

The RBT reports to the site administrator. The RBT will interact cooperatively with all other staff positions. All elements of good human relations will be practiced.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

SALARY: View Initial Wage Placement Plan

WORK YEAR: 10 month contract

BENEFITS SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT

Human Resources - 515-2760 or [e-mail]

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.