WILN0282284-0000
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2024-06-21T00:00:00
Job Description:Salary range: $54,000-$71,000Who we are:Wildwood School provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities to prepare them to be as independent as possible. Academic, social, employment, and functional skills are taught to each student as driven by their Individual Educational Plan (IEP), needs, and interests. Who We Are Looking For: A Behavior Specialist, who embraces our mission of “strengthening the well-being of people with disabilities and their families through innovative supports.” The Successful candidate will enjoy working in a special education school environment, where passion and creativity rule to provide children with disabilities, like autism, a robust learning experience. Requirements Education, Experience, Certificates & LicensesMaster's degree from a regionally accredited college in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special education or related field and two years related experience and/or training in the Applied Behavior Analysis field with population with disabilities.Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification preferred.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Acts as a primary resource to staff in understanding disabilities and positive behavioral support.In collaboration with classroom teams, performs direct observation of students for behavioral assessments and development, conducts functional behavior assessments and develops behavior intervention plans, including the use of PFA/SBT proceduresSupervises and evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of behavioral intervention using treatment fidelity measures.Participates in annual reviews and meetings on student’s progress. Designs, modifies, and implements behavioral support plans in conjunction with the treatment team and classroom.Graph, analyze, and summarize behavioral dataTeaches and coaches staff members on proper implementation of BIP procedures, data collection systems, and up to date ABA clinical practicesDevelop and monitor individualized IEP goals related to behavioral needs.Work collaboratively with and maintain ongoing communication with service providers, treatment providers, families, and team members to coordinate services.Maintain knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related Developmental Disabilities.Participate in new student intakes and related discussions.Serve as a trainer for CALM de-escalation and protective measures, provides ongoing in-service training to staff on disabilities and behavioral support as well as concepts and procedures for functional behavioral analysis, including methods for gathering and summarizing behavioral data.Meets and consults with the Lead Behaviorist weekly on individuals observed.If BCBA certified, provides supervision for staff seeking board certification/licensure in behavior analysis. Additional Requirements:A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.Must have daily access to their own vehicle and drive our students when the program requires it. Required to complete, pass, and use CALM training, provided by the school, which includes deescalation strategies and approved protective holds and movements for students.
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