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Classified Management Vacancy
Behavior Specialist
SELPA
624 Harris St, Eureka
8 hrs/day, 5 days/wk, 194 days/yr
Position 555, FTE 1.0
Job #5532 Open Until Filled
  
Employing District Humboldt County Office of Education
Michael Davies-Hughes, Superintendent, 707-445-7039 or personnel@hcoe.org
Salary $72,327 - $90,410
Job Description https://hcoe.org/job-descriptions/behavior-specialist/
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Typically, a candidate can meet the education qualifications with a Bachelor of Arts degree in one of the behavioral sciences, however, a Master’s degree is preferred. Hold or obtain the National Behavior Analysis certification within the first 12 months of employment. A minimum of three years of working experience as a behavior specialist in public education with preschool -12 students who are autistic or have other behavior challenges; experience in conducting student functional behavior analysis, then interpreting and designing specific educational programs that include discrete trial techniques and implementing a positive behavior plan, training staff to carry out the plan and the use of emergency behavioral interventions, such as Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques for the autistic students.
Requires Expertise and Knowledge of:
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) IV defined autistic spectrum disorders in children 3 years old to 18 years old.
*At this stage, unofficial transcripts are acceptable. If offered the position, official transcripts are required for placement.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice and show proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Application Procedure
  • Classified Management Application Form
    (available online at: hcoe.org/employment)
  • Cover Letter Stating reasons for application and summarizing candidate's qualifications
  • Resume
  • Official/Un-Official Transcripts Required
  • Proof of license or certificate
  • 2-3 Letters of recommendation
Application Deadline Open until filled
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Humboldt County Office of Education
901 Myrtle Avenue
Eureka, CA 95501

The Humboldt County Office of Education supports the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment