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Description: JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary: The 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.í¢€¯í¢€¯The Behavior Analyst is responsible for implementing evidence-based practices to address complex learning and behavioral needs of students.í¢€¯The Bucks IU Behavior Analysts work in IU programs and are available to work directly in assigned districts within Bucks County.í¢€¯ 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 on prescribed interventions andor progress monitoring Modeling and feedback of prescribed procedures Provide routine consultation on a mutually-agreeable schedule with the classroom teach in accordance with the IEP Attendance at IEPí¢€™s for students with PBSPí¢€™s Assist classroom staff with summarizing progress monitoring data as needed for progress reports and IEPí¢€™s Use IEP Writer or designated system to provide IEP present levels, SDI, and goals related to behavior Accessible by phone to support staff in a crisis. Other Duties: This 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. Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift andor move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift andor move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position TypeExpected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening andor weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel: Travel may be required throughout district Qualifications: Education and Experience: Level of Degree: Bachelorí¢€™s Degree from accredited college or university with BCaBA certificate considered Masterí¢€™s Degree with BCBA certification preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work with diverse learners. Implement IEP's with fidelity. Follow classroom schedule. Direct support staff. Ability to communicate effectively across a variety of team members including parents. Work AuthorizationSecurity Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required. EEOAAVEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.