Henrico

• Implements behavior intervention plans designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), including strategies like positive reinforcement, shaping, prompting and chaining, and seeks out appropriate consultation
• Provides one on one or small group support to individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges, teaching new skills, and managing problematic behaviors in various settings like home, school, or community, all while closely adhering to the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Accurately records and graphs behavioral data, including frequency, duration, and intensity of behaviors to monitor progress and inform behavior intervention plans
• Supports teaching skills related to communication, social interaction, self-care, academics including daily living through structured interventions
• Assists with conducting Functional Behavior Assessments
• Implements strategies to decrease challenging behaviors using evidence-based techniques
• Builds positive rapport with students, teachers, other related service providers and their families, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns
• Communicates effectively with supervising and supporting Board Certified Behavior therapists, related service providers to ensure coordinated support
• Actively participates in available professional learning related to support students within their educational setting
• Adheres to student confidentiality and ethical guidelines
• Regular attendance is required

This position works 11 months / 241 days per year. 

Annual salary will be prorated based upon actual work begin date.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Starting in the 2023-24 school year, Henrico County Public Schools will designate select schools with high rates of vacant positions and provisionally licensed staff as Opportunity Schools. This program provides additional staffing resources and specialized professional learning as well as compensation supplements to eligible staff.  For more information visit the Opportunity Schools page on our website. This position qualifies for an Opportunity School stipend of $3,500.

Must hold valid Registered Behavior Technician certification from the Virginia Behavior Analyst Certification Board.  Two years experience is preferred.  Must hold certification in a restraint intervention program (preferably MANDT) or must obtain certification within 90 days of employment.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently and 25 to 50 pounds occasionally, and may assist, move, or restrain students when required to intervene in student safety issues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, lift, walk, stand, and hear.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

For information about our benefits, visit our website: https://www.henricoschools.us/page/employee-benefits