Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist
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- Central Administration
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- Apr 30, 2024 Post Date
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The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?
Job Summary
Provides behavior analysis services in the school and supports students through programming to increase skills and decrease problematic behaviors. Utilizes a variety of behavior management procedures including Discrete Trial/Intensive Teaching (DT/IT), Natural Environment Training (NET) /Pivotal Response Training (PRT) and Functional Communication Training. Assists staff with completion of assessments including preference assessments and functional behavior assessments.
Essential Functions
- Implements skill acquisition programs using methods rooted in the principals of ABA (DT/IT, NET/PRT, FCT).
- Collects and graph data for each student daily.
- Models techniques of reinforcement, prompting, shaping, chaining, errorless teaching and error correction for school staff and families.
- Maintains program books by updating students’ programs, collecting data and creating graphs for each program.
- Assists in the completion of behavior analytic assessments, such as, but not limited to preference assessments, functional behavior assessment VB-MAPP and Student Learning Profiles.
- Delivers and models behavior interventions outlined in the students’ positive behavior support plan.
- Implements Safety Care procedures to manage challenging and potentially dangerous behaviors.
- Supports the delivery of services in the least restrictive environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in behavior analysis, social work, counseling, psychology, education or a related field.
- One year of full-time, paid, professional experience working with students with behavior challenges between the ages of 5-21 utilizing techniques based on Applied Behavior Analysis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge of:
- the principles, practices and techniques of applied behavioral analysis.
- the theory and practice of individual and group behavior, adolescent development, group dynamics and interpersonal skills.
- the principles, practices and techniques of working with behavior challenges.
- the current health, economic and social problems experienced by urban families.
- the functions and resources of social service agencies/community organizations.
Demonstrated ability to:
- collect data and plot data on graphs.
- interpret written behavior plans and adhere to the techniques outlined in the behavior plan.
- maintain a positive attitude despite challenging student behaviors.
- employ tact, diplomacy and sound judgment in dealing with sensitive or personal problems and hostile attitudes.
- prepare reports and correspondence and maintain records.
- use a personal computer and software applications such as Microsoft Office and Excel.
- work effectively with people and to aid them in the constructive use of their capacities to address their specific problems.
- communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Nondiscrimination
The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.
