Autistic Behavior Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose Statement: The job of Special Education Autism/Behavior was established for the purpose/s of coordinating assigned school site special education program components and related activities; providing information to others; and implementing and maintaining services within established guidelines and standards. This job reports to Executive Director of Special Services.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with district personnel and other districts for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs.
• Coordinates program components, support needs and materials for the purpose of delivering services which conform to established guidelines. • Coordinates with a variety of personnel and special services for the purpose of delivering comprehensive services for students in compliance with established guidelines.
• Evaluates programs and/or projects for the purpose of carrying out and achieving objectives within area of responsibility.
• Facilitates meetings, processes, and procedures for the purpose of implementing and maintaining programs and services for student’s receiving special education services.
• Implements assigned programs and/or projects (e.g. procedures for placement, evaluation, assignment, reevaluation, etc.) for the purpose of conforming to district, state and federal guidelines.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records (e.g. cumulative individual records, testing materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference, assisting with the preparation of diagnostic summaries and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Monitors district special education program components for the purpose of coordinating activities and ensuring compliance with established financial, legal and/or administrative requirements.
• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, IEPs, parent conferences, state conferences, committees, etc.) for the purpose of gathering and/or sharing information related to student needs or program improvement.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. quantity reports, student activities, correspondence, internal audits, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Presents information on a variety of topics for the purpose of communicating information and/or gaining feedback
• Researches a variety of topics (e.g. current practices, policies, education codes, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or recommendations and/or addressing a variety of program requirements.

Other Functions: Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; facilitating meetings; planning and managing programs; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent's, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge- based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: behavior patterns of learning disabled children; codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies related to special education; community resources; and curriculum and instructional methods.

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; setting priorities; building collaborative relationships; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Education: Master’s degree in job related area.

Certificates & Licenses: Special Education Certification; School Psychologist Certification or certification in a related area Board Certified Behavior Analyst preferred

Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance