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Behavior Specialist RISE Autism

Position Number: 6862995
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Education - Special Education

Behavior Specialist RISE Autism

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDBs efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POSITION: Behavior Specialist

RISE Autism

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime, including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama, with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position will work with students who are deaf, blind, deaf-blind, or have multiple disabilities to provide a safe and effective educational environment for students with challenging behaviors. Disabilities may include vision and/or hearing impairment, intellectual disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, autism, or other disabilities. This position will be directly responsible for intensive crisis and behavioral management, as well as behavioral support service delivery, including hands-on intervention.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role in ensuring that AIDB's culture of inclusion is reinforced by developing interventions that promote the provision of comprehensive educational services to sensory-impaired children. Through a collaborative team approach, you will provide services and support that champion the limitless potential of all individuals.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Social Work, or Criminal Justice.

Experience providing behavior management services.

Experience in selection, administration, scoring, and interpretation of individual assessments related to evaluating behavior.

Experience providing training and facilitating workshops.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Social Work, or Criminal Justice.

Experience working with individuals with sensory impairments and multiple disabilities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Assist the IEP team with conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and conducting follow-up observations and data collection to determine the effectiveness of the plans.

Work collaboratively with the BCBA to assist with ABA assessments and promote evidence-based behavior-analytic techniques.

Collaborate effectively with school personnel and related service providers to enhance positive behavioral support for students, focusing on preventive and proactive strategies.

Provide accurate and relevant documentation on students being discussed or attending appointments or meetings, including Human Rights Committee, Psychiatric Clinic, and Wraparound Team Meetings. Additionally, provide follow-up on all recommendations made during these meetings

Maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality throughout all duties.

Maintain accurate and detailed behavior data, including documentation from observations, entered into the designated electronic documentation and data management system.

Provide support with other RISE initiatives.

Comply with all AIDB policies and procedures regarding well-being and student safety.

Complete the Managing Crisis Safely program or other crisis prevention program as designated by the administration within the first three months of employment.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends.

Must be willing to travel statewide, as needed.

A sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL according to the AIDB evaluation system must be obtained within the first twelve months of employment, and INTERMEDIATE within the first thirty-six months of employment.

Must complete AIDB online training on Deafness, Blindness, Visual Impairments, DeafBlindness, and Multiple Disabilities within twelve months of hire.

Upon the offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated by AIDB and paid for by AIDB.

BENEFITS: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Available

Alabama State TRS Retirement

Deferred Compensation Options Available

Paid Time Off

SALARY: $50,974.11 - $68,040.23 D2 Scale 54 Rank 197 Days

Direct deposit is required.

This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: February 2,2026

This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance, or provides direct service delivery.
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To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/fs/elements/5138?is_popup=true&post_id=1167&show_post=true&is_draft=false&_=1754494241565