The East Central Ohio ESC is seeking a BCBA to serve districts primarily located in Guernsey County.  With a home-base in our Cambridge office, the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will work closely with the Behavior Support Team and school intervention teams to develop highly-effective behavior intervention programs.  Through data analysis, functional assessments, and regular communication with all parties involved, the BCBA will address the unique needs of each child.  The BCBA will also provide ongoing support to staff in identifying problem behaviors, modeling techniques, and offering regular professional development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in behavior analysis, special education, or related discipline
• Valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification/licensure
• Experience working in K-12 educational setting which includes the use of intervention planning and behavioral management techniques
• Must be able to meet any and all mandated health requirements
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment
• Compliance with drug-free workplace rules and Board policies

Responsibilities:

The following duties and responsibilities are representative of performance expectations, but are not considered all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned as necessary.  A reasonable accommodation may be to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions:

• Works collaboratively with the Special Education/Student Services Director at each district to develop coordinated behavior management programs using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
• Plans and provides support in the implementation of programs, policies and best practices relative to the management of child behavior –  including children with Autism, Emotional Behavioral Disorder, and disabilities that may require a 504 or IEP
• Develops and provides ongoing professional development in the area of positive behavior management (PBIS) to all staff, including modeling of instructional practices  and techniques
• Consults with building principals, school psychologists, teachers and other specialists in developing and monitoring behavior management strategies for general and special education children
• Provides resources and materials to support teachers, support staff and parents in developing self-help and social skills
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments and educational assessments to identify the function of challenging behavior and inform development of behavior support plans
• Collects and analyzes data as part of assessments; uses data to formulate and monitor individual Behavior Intervention Plans to promote academic and social progress
• May attend IEP, eligibility or other meetings as necessary to provide related behavioral information
• Works directly with children as a means of providing hands-on training to the Behavior Support Team and district staff in areas related to behavior management strategies, avoidance of aversive techniques and managing assaultive behavior
• Stays abreast  of current research and changes to programs and/or policies; coordinates the necessary changes with administration and trains staff accordingly
• May provide supervision to RBTs and BTS, or to staff working to obtain related certification
• Maintains all necessary documentation of child performance, submit reports in a timely manner and completes required paperwork within established timeframes
• Provide direct training and support to parents of students receiving services during team meetings or home visit sessions
• Performs other specific job-related duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities:

• Exhibits leadership skills essential to the successful administration of behavior support and intervention
• Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with students, parents and other educational professionals regarding student concerns and problems
• Working knowledge of the Board Analyst Certification Board and requirements
• Effective supervision, coaching and evaluation skills to manage and develop staff
• Knowledge of appropriate teaching strategies, curricular programs and materials
• Ability to understand and work with students who require different learning techniques
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate records
• Effective use of listening, observation, reading, verbal/nonverbal and writing skills
• Demonstrates professionalism and compassion for students whose learning may be impacted by outside factors
• May be required to successfully complete training in communicable disease, child abuse/neglect, CPR, first aide, and/or behavior management

Interested candidates should submit a current resume and letter of interest to Nanette McFadden, Executive Director of Human Resources via email – nanette.mcfadden@ecoesc.org