Behavior Therapist at San Bruno Park School District Application Deadline 7/1/2024 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/17/2024 Contact Cecille Mendiola 650-624-3102 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 52.20 - $66.62 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info $52.20 - $66.62 Length of Work Year 185 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer San Bruno Park is a linguistically and culturally diverse school district in the San Francisco Bay Area. Located at the northern tip of Silicon Valley and just 10 miles south o... more details
Behavior Therapist at San Bruno Park School District
Application Deadline
7/1/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/17/2024
Contact
Cecille Mendiola
650-624-3102
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
52.20 -
$66.62
Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$52.20 - $66.62
Length of Work Year
185
Employment Type
Full Time
About the Employer
San Bruno Park is a linguistically and culturally diverse school district in the San Francisco Bay Area. Located at the northern tip of Silicon Valley and just 10 miles south of San Francisco, this small preschool to grade 8 district is the home to five elementary schools and one middle school. Home to YouTube, Walmart.com and numerous other businesses, the city is a hub for tech and innovation. The city is geographically diverse, ranging from the urban flatlands to the central greenspace of the San Bruno City Park to the grand sweeping Bay vistas from the highest hilltops of the community. Through the generous support of the San Bruno community, the district is the recipient of a recent facilities bond to rebuild aging infrastructure. The district maintains a strong financial position as a result of new and increasing revenue sources. The San Bruno Park Board of Directors recently approved a 9.5% raise over two years for all educators in the district demonstrating its commitment to attract and retain talented staff across the district.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Student Services and/or Mental Health Coordinator, provides educationally related behavior therapy services to students in the general education population, as well as those receiving special education services in accordance with the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The Behavior Therapist may work independently with students on a one-to-one basis or in group settings, train Behavioral Therapy Assistants, provide staff and parent trainings, develop, plan and assess behavioral programs, collaborate with staff and parents to develop classroom management systems, and develop and supervise individual and district wide and/or site based behavior plans.
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San Bruno Park School District
BEHAVIOR THERAPIST
Overview
Under the direction of the Director of Student Services and/or Mental Health Coordinator, provides educationally related behavior therapy services to students in the general education population, as well as those receiving special education services in accordance with the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The Behavior Therapist may work independently with students on a one-to-one basis or in group settings, train Behavioral Therapy Assistants, provide staff and parent trainings, develop, plan and assess behavioral programs, collaborate with staff and parents to develop classroom management systems, and develop and supervise individual and district wide and/or site based behavior plans.
Responsibilities:
Implement student interventions founded on principals of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to include Discrete Trail Training (DTT), Integrated Play Groups, Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS), or other educationally based methodologies deemed appropriate by the District
Assess, develop, implement, and supervise implementation of appropriate behavior intervention plans relative to students who are experiencing social and/or emotional difficulties
With proper training, assist school psychologists in assessments for autism, behavior, and mental health needs
Respond to crisis situations when appropriate
Provide short term direct individual and group based behavior therapy and social skills facilitation using a variety of strategies in order to develop individualized programs and training for staff and parents
Monitor and evaluate student progress and behavior as it relates to behavioral systems
Collaborate with case managers regarding the children’s programming and progress, and collect data for progress reports to assist students in meeting their IEP
Prepare summary of behavior progress and attend IEP meetings as appropriate
Consult with school personnel, parents, and representatives of community services or agencies, as necessary, on student behavioral issues and student progress
Train targeted staff on various topics, such as data collection methods, behavior management interventions and systems, positive behavior support plans etc. Includes 1-2 times weekly individual observation and consultation with BTAs for purposes of training and maintenance of service quality, as well as weekly group trainings
Provide individual and group parent and staff training on positive behavior support strategies
Design forms for data collection and progress monitoring
Attend workshops, conference to keep up with current research and strategies
Adhere to the rules of confidentiality and code of ethics
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and District policies
Perform related duties as assigned
Qualifications: Knowledge of:
Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, including Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Integrated Playgroups, Picture Exchange Communications (PECS)
Positive behavior support strategies including Positive Environments Network of Trainers (PENT) and/or other evidenced based behavior intervention protocols.
Crisis Communication including the use of physical management
Health and safety regulations
Child development and clinical interventions for students and families.
Codes, laws, rules and regulations related to California Education Code.
Case management and effective record-keeping practices and procedures
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Established procedures, district organization, operations, policies and objectives
Ability to:
Design behavioral assessments, interventions and written plans
Communicate with persons of diverse backgrounds, knowledge and/or skills
Communicate effectively, tactfully and persuasively, orally and in writing using correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation
Write positive behavior support plans and professional data based reports
Organize and provide leadership as well as participate as a team member
Schedule a number of activities, meetings; gather, collate and/or classify data; and flexibility in working with others in a variety of circumstances
Modify curriculum effectively to meet the student’s needs
Problem-solve and to collaborate with a wide variety of IEP team members
Provide consultation to general and special education staff, parents and students
Maintain effective working relationships with parents, students, staff and community agencies
Maintain accurate records and files and work confidentially with discretion
Maintain professional boundaries including no conflict of interest
Personal Qualities:
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Present a professional image appropriate to the work assignment
Commitment to professional responsibility, high standards and academic excellence
Willingness to be flexible and continuously improve performance
An engaging, positive, high-energy style of teaching and interaction.
An interest in working and helping students with autism and related special needs.
Education, Training and Experience
Master’s degree in applied behavioral sciences, psychology, education or other related fields
BCBA certified or in process
Minimum of two years experience working with students using applied behavior analysis
Experience in conducting and implementing behavior support in plans in classroom settings
Possession of a valid California driver’s license
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Work Year: 186 Days, Regular School Year
Salary: Classified Salary Schedule
Benefits: Generous Medical/Vision and Dental plans above salary
Requirements / Qualifications
Position: Behavior Therapist
Days Per Week: 5
Hours Per Day: 8 (8:00am-4:30pm)
***includes 30 minute duty free lunch***
Months Per Year: 185 Days
Application Deadline: July 1, 2024
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