Job description

MASH Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Supervisor: Associate Director of Student Success and Learning and Director of Special Education

Division: Student Success & Learning

Location/Assignment: Across Eastern Washington, North Central ESD Wenatchee serving districts in Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan Counties

Salary Range: $77,962.00 - $90,414.00 (Level 1)

$82,434.00 - $95,597.00 (Level 2)

Salary based on 191-day position, Salary range dependent upon experience and expertise.

Benefits:

Insurance benefits - includes medical, dental, vision, life & LTD (if hired for more than 95 days)

HCA/PEBB

Retirement - Through Department of Retirement (DRS) - SERS plan

Department of Retirement

Sick leave - accrued at 8 hours per month

Personal leave - 2 days per year

Additional Benefit Information

Conditions of work: 191 days per year, 8 hours/day – exempt position

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is a rare opportunity to join an exciting team. The regional Educational Service District 171 (ESD 171) is seeking a dynamic team player interested in making an impact in the lives of district staff and students as the MASH (Moving All to Success & Health) Board Certified Behavioral Analyst for numerous school districts throughout Washington State. The MASH BCBA will work closely with the multi-disciplinary MASH team to provide specialized and individualized support to students and staff enrolled in the MASH program. The MASH BCBA will maintain a caseload and meet regularly with all members of a student’s team, including parents & caregivers, school staff, and any community support that may be necessary for the student’s continued success. The BCBA will be responsible for training, creating trauma-informed functional behavior assessments (FBAs), behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and coaching through Skills Based Treatment (SBT).

This position is both virtual and in person with travel required.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

● Masters in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, Developmental Psychology, Special Education or other related degree.

● Board Certified Behavior Analyst certificate or the ability to obtain.

● Experience analyzing, defining, measuring, assessing, characterizing and ultimately modifying behavior in children ages 0-21 years of age.

● Ability to lead teams through the analysis of behaviors and subsequent Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) or therapy programs for children with 504s, IEPs, IFSPs, or other children in need of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.

● Proven experience screening, assessing, designing treatment programs, providing direct therapy and consulting with school staff, parents and outside agencies as appropriate.

● Ability to recognize and discuss signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

● Knowledge of Washington state law pertaining to special education WAC 392-172A.

● Valid WA State driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Preferred:

● Current Washington State ESA or Teacher’s Certificate and/or Board Certified Behavior Analyst degree. Work attributes include a team leader, strong interpersonal abilities and an independent hard-worker with a desire to grow BCBA services in the NCESD region.

● Comfort and experience working both virtually and in K-12 school settings

● Experience designing, implementing, modifying, and maintaining behavior programs including proven Applied Behavior Analysis programs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disorders.

● Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining Skills Based Treatment protocol

● Training and/or experience in trauma-invest practices, adverse childhood experiences, and executive functioning

● Proven experience functioning as a member of a public school multidisciplinary team to determine the child’s eligibility for services, appropriate programming and on-going progress.

Timeline:

Position opens: March 21, 2023

Position open until filled with

first screen after 12 pm on April 4, 2023

Screening & Interviews as soon as possible

Position begins August 2023

Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.

NCESD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills, Knowledge, Responsibilities and/or Abilities:

● Assist in developing programs and/or activities to promote positive student behavior, as well as intervention strategies.

● Assist the building team to determine eligibility and coordinate delivery of appropriate services for new referrals. Work with referred students and their teacher and families for the purpose of modifying inappropriate behavior.

● Gather and analyze information to understand and plan for the presenting needs of the child and family.

● Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plans as part of the student’s IEP/IFSP.

● Conduct Practical Functional Assessment and develop comprehensive Skills Based Treatment plans as part of the student’s intervention package

● Ensure ongoing data collection and monitoring of data to develop and/or recommend program changes.

● Maintain a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance with ESD, local, state and federal regulations.

● Participate as a member of the evaluation team and IEP/IFSP committee for the purpose of contributing evaluation findings and/or collaborating on the child’s educational program plan.

● Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, natural origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.

● Provide ongoing training and professional development in the area of applied behavior analysis.

● Serve as a liaison between local school districts and NCESD for the purpose of delivering services in conformance with established objectives.

Professional Growth and Responsibilities:

● Meets or exceeds performance expectations in the following areas:

● Competence

● Quality & Quantity of Work

● Attitude

● Flexibility, Innovation & Initiative

● Cooperation with Supervisor/Director & Peers

● Demonstrates & Supports Agency Values

● Supports and implements ESD policies, regulations, procedures and administrative directives; demonstrates loyalty to the ESD and other administrators.

● Submits records, reports and assignments promptly and efficiently.

● Deals with obstacles and constraints positively.

● Demonstrates ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of his/her duties.

● Seeks and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth.

● Supports and implements ESD policies, regulations, procedures and administrative directives; demonstrates loyalty to the ESD and other administrators.

● Seeks and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth.

● Maintains dress and appearance appropriate to a professional office setting.

● Demonstrates open, clear communication, a positive, caring attitude, and the ability to work with students, staff and parents.

● Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies and procedures.

● Works cooperatively with NCESD and school district staff to coordinate services and solutions for the assigned district.

● A new employee is subject to a 180-day probationary period and must be evaluated prior to its end. If work is found to be unsatisfactory, the employee is subject to termination.

● Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Student Success & Learning and Superintendent.

Physical Demands

● Provide service K-12 education settings.

● Physically able to perform duties of position in addition to the ability to get to the child's level, ability to bend and/or stoop.

● Physical ability to transfer and/or lift children and equipment.

● Sitting for extended periods of time may be required.

● Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

● Frequent travel within the ESD 171 region. Some overnight travel may be required.

● Extended or flexible hours as necessary.

Application Procedure:

North Central ESD is accepting applications for this position on-line only. To access our on-line application please click the link below. All completed packets must be submitted on-line and include:

● Updated Resume

● Cover Letter

● Two Professional Letters of Recommendation (dated less than 1 year old)

● Misconduct Form

Click here to apply

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,962.00 - $95,597.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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