Behavior Assistant
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: C03
Job Code: 6584
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Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
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Provides direct educational and treatment program support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related disabilities.
- Provides behavioral interventions that target communication, imitation, social skills, play skills, and self-help skills. Works one-on-one with young children with ASD in educational/treatment setting. Manages program materials to ensure materials are organized for daily activities. Completes daily progress notes using designated forms.
- Maintains a safe and clean learning environment to assure safety of the children. Prepares snacks and feeds the children. Changes diapers or assists in performing a toileting routine for toddlers. Cleans play areas and assists children to include but not limited to handwashing and cleanliness.
- Responds and takes a leadership role in emergency situations by notifying appropriate personnel and ensuring appropriate procedures are implemented.
- Performs general office duties to include but not limited to filing, coping, answering phones, and faxing.
- Confers with teachers, counselors and supervisor to resolve children¿s behavior problems.
- Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the position.
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
Required: 12 months experience supporting and/or assisting educational and or treatment programs.
Certifications or Licenses:
Valid Oklahoma Driver¿s License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:- · Working knowledge of a positive behavior support approach.
- · Ability to maintain a neat and clean environment.
- · Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner using sound judgment. Consult with supervisor as needed.
- · Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to see, hear, and communicate with children to ensure the child¿s health and safety.
- · Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard children¿s personal information.
- · Ability to multitask.
- · Ability to develop and maintain business relationships with teachers, parents, and school administrators.
Working Conditions:
Physical:
· Standing for prolonged periods. Bend, stoop, reach, and walk. Communicate effectively and listen.
Environmental:
· Works around children. Exposure to illnesses.