Valley Achievement Center
Behavior Support Aide
Bakersfield, California•Full-time
$18 hourly
$18 hourly
About the Job
Position Summary: The Behavior Support Aide works closely with staff and clients to assess behavior issues and implement intervention when appropriate. Assists in providing an effective environment with instruction based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a variety of settings, to effectively teach academic, functional, self-help, social, and communication skills. Must have the ability to manage and adapt to challenging behaviors from students and clients in accordance with VAC policies and protocol.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide behavior support to employees and clients, including one-on-one assistance as needed.
- Expected to respond to behavior calls within two minutes of hearing the call on the walkie.
- Expected to communicate with clinical team regarding challenging behavior of client/student and if staff are not implementing techniques properly.
- May provide QBS safety care refresher training to staff as needed.
- Provide guidance and feedback to staff when implementing QBS holds to ensure holds are being done correctly.
- May be required to input behavior data and provide analysis of interventions with assistance from the clinical team.
- Implement VAC techniques and approved methods of intervention for student/client behavior(s).
- Consult with Directors, Facilitators, School Psychologist, BCBA, Behavior Specialists and Program Managers to develop, maintain and implement behavior plans and treatment plans for clients/students.
- Responsible for modeling and monitoring the behavior plans in order to evaluate fidelity of instructional methods, techniques and behavior management strategies.
- Work with a variety of clients within the Autism Spectrum or with other Developmental Disabilities.
- Ability to exercise appropriate ABA techniques when necessary.
- Maintain a professional and objective relationship with students, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and other employees.
- Protect and uphold student confidentiality at all times.
- Follow appropriate chain of command when faced with concerns related to clients, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and other employees.
- Attend and actively participate in all required employee meetings.
- Adhere to all VAC policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Actively participate in community-based instruction throughout the year, and actively participate in water activities (appropriate swim attire as required).
- Exemplify VAC’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
- 2 plus years of prior experience in related setting preferred.
- Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Office, Word and Excel, specifically graphing and data analysis software.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) with clients, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and other employees.
- Ability to work as a team, actively participate and collaborate with other team members.
- Knowledge of QBS safety care crisis management techniques required.
- Ability to maintain composure, remain objective, demonstrate sound judgment and react effectively in challenging situations.
- Must possess the following competencies: analytical and problem solving.
- Prior experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities required.
- Flexible and adaptable to program and organizational changes.
- Exhibit a positive, solution oriented and motivating demeanor at all times.
Educational Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required (all programs).
- Minimum 6 Child Development units (Preschool only).
Physical Requirements:
- Lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs. without assistance.
- Frequent squatting, sitting, walking, standing, bending and twisting, kneeling, crawling, climbing.
- Simple grasping with both hands and fine manipulation with both hands.
- Occasional running, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below shoulder level.
- Regular exposure to excessive noise levels.
- Walking and running on uneven surfaces.
- Regular exposure to outside elements, including excessive heat, direct sunlight, cold, wind or rain.
Certificates:
- CPR/1st Aid card required or must be obtained within 3 months of employment and kept current throughout duration of employment (Provided by employer within 3 months of employment if candidate does not currently possess).
- Completion of QBS training (provided by employer within 3 months of employment if candidate does not currently possess).
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or ability to get RBT certified as programming needs dictate.
- Certification to be a QBS safety care trainer.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance.
- Health insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement plan.
- Vision insurance.
Work Location: In person
About Valley Achievement Center
Valley Achievement Center (VAC) was founded by Jolene Billinger and Bonny Hulsy. These two passionate mothers of children with autism had a vision to help many families like them in our community. VAC’s Basic Education Program was established to provide a progressive, positive and well-staffed school that would use proven research based techniques to help children with autism attain their educational goals and improve functional skills.
VAC quickly developed a reputation for making substantial progress with its students. As a result, increasing numbers of children were referred to VAC. When parents expressed a need for afterschool adaptive skills and social skills programs for their children with autism, VAC established its Intermediate Afterschool (ages 6 through 9) and Afterschool (ages 10 through 22) programs, as well as its Social Skills Program (ages 6 through 18) to meet the need. As those children who attended VAC became adults, it became clear that they and other adults in the community with autism and other developmental disabilities would continue to require ongoing support and services. In response, VAC opened its Adult Services programs, which include supported living, supported employment, and its adult behavioral day program, to continue to meet the needs of its clients and to ensure that, regardless of age, individuals in our community with autism and other developmental disabilities will have the support they need to achieve their goals and thrive.
VAC currently has 12 programs for children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our more than 300 employees operate out of our four sites in Bakersfield, providing exceptional service to our wonderful clients and their families.
VAC quickly developed a reputation for making substantial progress with its students. As a result, increasing numbers of children were referred to VAC. When parents expressed a need for afterschool adaptive skills and social skills programs for their children with autism, VAC established its Intermediate Afterschool (ages 6 through 9) and Afterschool (ages 10 through 22) programs, as well as its Social Skills Program (ages 6 through 18) to meet the need. As those children who attended VAC became adults, it became clear that they and other adults in the community with autism and other developmental disabilities would continue to require ongoing support and services. In response, VAC opened its Adult Services programs, which include supported living, supported employment, and its adult behavioral day program, to continue to meet the needs of its clients and to ensure that, regardless of age, individuals in our community with autism and other developmental disabilities will have the support they need to achieve their goals and thrive.
VAC currently has 12 programs for children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our more than 300 employees operate out of our four sites in Bakersfield, providing exceptional service to our wonderful clients and their families.