Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE: A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional who practices under the ongoing supervision of a Board-Certified Licensed Behavior Technician (BCBA or BCaBA). Works under the direct supervision of Beaufort County School District administrator in the supervision and instruction of students in a variety of settings, including the community and classroom; to assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of Individualized Education Plans or Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students identified with behavioral needs; attend student progress meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst or Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst:

• Assist with direct observation of students and supporting staff on implementation of student behavior plans and related goals.
• Given guidelines and parameters provided, collect, record and summarize data on observable student behavior.
• Regular implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and other evidence-based interventions.
• Work with students individually and in groups at various locations, assisting with specific instructional and behavior goals
• When specifically advised, interact with parents, community agencies, educators, and service providers.
• Discuss collected data with the BCBA or BCaBA and assist with program modifications to ensure the child continues to progress
• Assist with preference assessment to ensure the child is continually motivated during teaching.
• Attend team meetings to provide on-going feedback related to student behavior
• Intervene in emergency situations involving behaviors that have potential to cause to harm to self or others.
• Participate in ongoing related training as required and provided by the school district.
• Assist classroom teacher in reinforcing classroom and school-wide expectations to help promote a positive learning environment and make progress on student goals.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS: Instructional Assistants must meet No Child Left Behind and District compliance for Paraprofessional Highly Qualified status:

• Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) must have a minimum of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent. Bachelor's degree is preferred. In addition, annual demonstration of completion and passing of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification with the Behavior Analysis Certification Board. This can be obtained within the first 90 calendar days of job assignment.

EXPERIENCE To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer operations and functions, use of the Internet and Microsoft Office applications, and skill in the use of general office equipment such as calculators, typewriters, copier, etc. Other equipment includes wheelchair lifts, ramps, Hoyer lift, Gait trainer, and/or other assistive equipment or technology.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of interventions for working with students with behavioral needs.
• Self-starter, self-directed, able to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to follow appropriate safety precaution guidelines and procedures and make judgment calls during a crisis, across all school settings and activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience, firmness, compassion, courtesy, and consistency.
• Implement programs developed by a BCBA or BCaBA to help build verbal behavior, daily living skills, and social skills
• Ability to collect and monitor data in a systematic manner using the tools available.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by Behavioral Analysis Certification Board.
• Ability to interpret and implement Behavior Plans, teaching or lesson plans, and other written guidelines.
• Ability to perform related duties such as filing and correctly storing student documentation as required by FERPA/HIPPA.
• Demonstrate the capabilities of taking specific direction, carrying out those directions, and providing feedback on the success and outcomes of those directions.
• Ability to act quickly and effectively in emergencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical demands while performing the duties of this job include climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching with hands/arms, standing actively for extended periods of time, walking, using hands and fingers to key data, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; talking and hearing; reaching, pushing and pulling with hands/arms; close and distant vision, ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move 25 lbs. Environmental factors: Assist in toileting, including diapering; feeding or oral facilitation; assist with personal hygiene for some students; venting gastrointestinal tube, suctioning (training provided); lifting and positioning disabled students. Adequate physical strength and mobility are required to implement strategies for de-escalation, emergency intervention, including lifting and moving students in an upset emotional state and implementation of de-escalation strategies and/or physical restraints in order to ensure safety.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
2. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
3. Speak and hear.
4. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
5. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
6. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
2. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
3. Have regular and punctual attendance.
4. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.
5. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.

REPORTS TO: Principal

DAYS PER YEAR: 190

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Paid on the Classified Salary Schedule Level 111

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Classified

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing an "Classified" application and adding this specific job to your online application.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:

1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents.

2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents.

3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s).

Employee's Name (Print): ___________________________________

Employee's Signature: ___________________________________

Date: __________________________

THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER