Behavior Specialist (Soaring Heights Schools)

Summary

The role involves providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for students with autism and behavioral needs, including developing and overseeing behavior support systems, supervising Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs). Responsibilities also include training staff on ABA strategies, analyzing behavioral data, and consulting with school districts. Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to required training and licensing standards are essential aspects of the position.

Responsibilities

• Provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services across Soaring Heights Schools (SHS) and develops behavior support systems for students diagnosed with autism and emotional/behavioral support needs
• Supervises Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
• Supports and guides staff with implementation of ABA strategies in the classrooms
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
• Designs positive behavior support plans (PBSPs)
• Trains designated staff to perform FBAs and PBSPS
• Reviews and provides oversight of FBAs and PBSPs
• Analyzes and graphs behavioral data
• Trains and supports staff with implementation of positive behavior support plans
• Designs behavioral data collection systems and trains staff on implementation of these systems
• Designs and provides group trainings on various ABA methodologies and strategies to SHS staff
• Evaluates staff fidelity of ABA strategies implementation
• Provides behavioral support to students and staff utilizing the behavioral skills training (BST) technique or components of this technique
• Assists with crisis intervention techniques
• Consults with contracted school districts to provide ABA behavior support and recommendations as assigned
• Communicates effectively, timely and appropriately with all staff
• Works collaboratively with all staff
• Is present at the schools during school hours
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications (Preferences)

• Training and Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Experience working in a school setting with students with emotional behavioral concerns
• Experience in a behavioral consultant role with public or private schools and/or certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board BCBA is a plus, but not required.

Required Education

• Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Ed., or related field with National Board

Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

• Minimum 2 years of experience in behavioral consulting to public or private schools and Pennsylvania FBA certification are preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Meets educational eligibility requirements for Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist Licensure (LBS)

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates professionalism, leadership, confidentiality, strong social communication skills, time management, organized.
• Must possess skills to communicate effectively and interact well with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information, working well in an individual/ group problem solving situation, and showing initiative in problem solving.
• Maintains professionalism and does not show favoritism.
• Maintains consistency with clients, staff, visitors, and the public.
• Ability to handle a crisis situation and react appropriately.
• Flexibility and adaptable.
• Ability to make decisions in an objective and ethical manner.
• Calm and decisive in crisis situations.
• Ability to sustain a team environment, drive continuous improvement projects, confidentiality, excellent problem-solving skills and excellent communicator within the team framework.
• Ability to handle a crisis and or potential risk situation and react appropriately
• A working knowledge of federal and state standards as well as regulating body and compliance standards.

Pyramid CORE Values

• We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us.
• Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards.
• We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community.

• DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily.
• COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence.
• PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare's mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!