Behavior Support Technician (26-27)

General Definition of Work

The behavior support technician (BST), under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion promoting the safety, well-being, and educational access of students by supporting school staff during crisis situations related to student behavior and mental health issues. Position will conduct functional behavior assessments, collaborate with staff to develop and implement behavior intervention plans, and implement crisis prevention and intervention strategies as needed for students with disabilities. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the assigned supervisor. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Hourly NC 09/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Principal or Executive Director of Exceptional Children

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students; ensure students understand the student code of conduct
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
• Provide one-on-one support to students in crisis situations using Crisis Prevention and Intervention CPI strategies as needed for students with disabilities
• Use CPI strategies to assist students in modifying behaviors with an emphasis on appropriate consequences and encouraging personal responsibility
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with staff when developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Monitor and provide feedback to staff on implementation of BIPs
• Collaborate with staff during individual student crisis situations
• Collect, analyze, and assess data related to student behavior
• Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving student arrival and departure to and from schools
• Support initiatives to foster a positive school climate
• Participate in professional development and other meetings
• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children and working with students in a mental health/behavior crisis
• Knowledge of conducting FBA, using CPI strategies, and developing BIPs
• Ability to diffuse differences through conflict resolution
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CPI training required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with student behavior required
• Equivalent combination of education and experience