Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)- Instructional Paraprofessional

Saucon Valley School District seeks a Full-Time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). The Behavior Technician, under the direct supervision of the Behavior Analyst assists in the development and implementation of behavior intervention programs for students with challenging behavioral needs at various sites throughout the district, monitors and collects data on behavior and documents progress, and collaborates with school staff to coach and implement behavior interventions. Assist with the implementation and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs under the close, ongoing supervision of a BCBA.Ability to read and identify the essential components of a written Behavior Intervention Plan and Individualized Education Program as it relates to behavior areas of need.Provide modeling and training to teachers and paraprofessionals on how to implement Behavior Plansa. Describe behavior functions and appropriate reactive strategies for staff to useb. Modeling scenarios across environmentsc. Assist staff in implementing reactive procedures for problem behaviorEffectively communicate with team membersAssist BCBA with observations and data collection for assessmentsCollect and monitor on-going behavior data and samplesAssist teachers and staff on behavior data collection measuresAssist BCBA in analyzing and interpreting dataProvide feedback/explanation to case managers/teachers about interventionsAssist in the development of reinforcement identification proceduresAdditional related tasks as assigned by the BCBAKNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and experience in developing and evaluating programs based upon the principles of ABAChild guidance and prompting proceduresUnderstanding of and familiarity with the characteristics for a wide range of disabilities including (but not limited to) autism, intellectual disability, emotional disturbance, and ADHDABILITY TO:Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematical skillsUnderstand the needs of special education students and effectively relate to learning situationsEstablish and maintain accurate records and files and develop comprehensive reportsMaintain the security and confidentiality of specified records and informationExercise tact, patience, courtesy, and good judgment in dealing with studentsRespond appropriately in emergency/unforeseen situationsEstablish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required dutiesTo lift 50 lbs. or up to 100 lbs. with assistance and/or carry any object weighing up to 25 lbs.Demonstrate sufficient physical mobility and strength to restrain, as needed, adolescent students who may be acting out frustration and/or angerPhysical, mental, and emotional stamina to endure many hours under sometimes stressful conditionsProficient skills to use standard software applications, e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive ApplicationsREQUIREMENTS:Maintain Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) certification as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Board-Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)Certification in District-approved crisis management programFirst Aid Certificate, including CPR