Behavior Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

Bucks IU Behavior Analysts have the primary responsibility of providing high quality services in the areas of functional behavioral assessment, positive behavior support, verbal behavior, discrete trial, data collection and data analysis, classroom consultation, and staff training.  The Behavior Analyst is responsible for implementing evidence-based practices to address complex learning and behavioral needs of students. They regularly provide consultation and support to program staff to promote the use of proactive, positive, evidence-based approaches to prevent and address behavioral needs. The Bucks IU Behavior Analysts work in IU programs and are available to work directly in assigned districts within Bucks County.

Essential Functions:

Conduct functional assessments (FBA) (indirect and direct measures)

Prescribe positive behavior support plans based on FBA

Prescribe feasible systems of progress monitoring

Provide staff training and consultation on prescribed interventions and/or progress monitoring

Modeling and feedback of prescribed procedures

Provide routine consultation on a mutually agreeable schedule with the classroom teacher in accordance with the IEP (Individualized Education Plan)

Attendance at for students with PBSP’s (Positive Behavior Support Plan)

Assist classroom staff with summarizing progress monitoring data as needed for progress reports and IEP’s

Other Duties: T his position description does not express nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department, as needed, to adapt to the changing needs of the organization.

Competencies :

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. <span class="EOP SCXW45353391 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-user-drag:none;line-height:19.425px;margin:0px;padding:0px;user-select:text;" data-ccp-props="{