The Behavior Specialist is a key member of our Special Education and Related Services team that provides support in relation to the behavior management of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment within the BOCES and districts.  The Behavior Specialist provides training, dissemination of information, consultation, and resources to teachers, administrators, and other related service providers to ensure our students are successful.

The ideal candidate for the Behavior Specialist position will have a proven track record of working with challenging students to improve their behaviors. They should also be familiar with a variety of evaluation tools and have experience administering functional behavioral assessments and creating behavior intervention plans. They should also have knowledge of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, the ability to collect and analyze data, and classroom and behavior management experience while working with students with disabilities. 

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

NYS retirement, EAP, continuing education assistance, and exceptional insurance, including retiree health insurance, are available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Primary Responsibilities:

Organize, develop, collaborate, and provide oversight of Functional Behavior Assessments

Assist with the writing, development, implementation, and oversee Behavior Intervention Plans 

Monitor, analyze, and track data in relation to FBAs, BIPs, and other counseling to make necessary modifications

Lead and implement training for staff on data collection, development, and execution of BIPs

Identify behavior patterns of students across programs

Oversee research, identify, develop, and lead a unified counseling program to address systematic approaches across grades and developmental spans to address pro-social behavior

Lead and train staff in data collection techniques

Monitor referral reason for ISS and OSS

Monitor and Develop proactive strategies for counseling behaviors leading to suspension

Model and implement behavior intervention strategies inside the classroom

Civil Service Job Description:

This position involves providing training, dissemination of information, consultation and resources related to the behavior management of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment to teachers of school age students and pre-school students with disabilities, general education classroom teachers, administrators, and related service providers. Work is performed under the supervision of the Special Education Administration. Does related work as required.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Provide oversight of Functional Behavioral Assessments.

Organize, develop, collaborate with component districts and Special Education Administrator on FBA format

Write, co-write, develop, implement, and oversee Behavior Intervention Plans for students with special education team.

Oversee development of all BIP's

Monitor collection of and record of all data on BIP's

Lead and implement training of staff on data collection, development, and execution of BIP's.

Model appropriate execution of BIP's.

Monitor and conduct regular review of BIP's. Meet with staff and administration on status.

Identify behavior patterns of students across programs: TLC, TRUST, BA, etc.

Oversee research, identify, develop, and lead a unified counseling program to address systematic approach across the grades and developmental span to address pro­ social behavior.

Oversee and develop a system to evaluate the counseling program.

Direct, monitor, analyze, and track data in conjunction with counseling program and make modifications as needed.

Oversee the analysis strands of behavior across TLC, TRUST, BA, etc.

Oversee, design, develop, implement and write, specific behavior modification plans for students.

Model and implement behavior intervention strategies inside the classroom.

Oversee and provide training for teachers on implementation of behavior plans.

Oversee, develop, record, and analyze data associated with behavior plans.

Lead and train staff in data collection techniques.

Monitor referral reason for ISS and OSS.

Monitor and Develop proactive strategies for counseling behaviors leading to suspension.

Our Occupational Therapists deliver services to students in a variety of ways, including providing consultation, collaborating with the student’s educational team, and develop and implement strategies that enable students to access and participate more successfully in their educational settings at all times, not just when the therapist is present.

Salary: $35,000 - $40,000

NYS retirement, EAP, continuing education assistance, and exceptional insurance, including retiree health insurance, are available.

ONC BOCES is accepting applications for a Crisis Intervention Specialist

Crisis intervention specialists are trained to manage and respond to immediate crises or emergencies, whether they are related to behavioral issues, mental health concerns, or external events impacting students. They focus on de-escalation techniques, conflict resolution, and providing immediate support during critical situations. Collaborate with educators, school counselors, and behavioral specialists to create crisis management plans tailored to students' unique needs. They offer support during behavioral emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff.

This is a full-time, 10-month position located at OAOC in Milford.

Salary: $35,721.00

NYS retirement, EAP, continuing education assistance, and exceptional insurance, including retiree health insurance, are available.

The Telephone Technician will be instrumental in advancing our regional educational community. This position offers a unique opportunity to support a dynamic team of educators, fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence, student growth, and community engagement. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, collaborator, and advocate for innovation, committed to ensuring our students receive world-class opportunities to enhance student outcomes and lifelong learning. Reporting to the Distance Learning Coordinator and collaborating closely with the participating school district leadership and all instructional staff, the Telephone Technician will create the conditions for student success in the classroom setting and as citizens in the future.

Reports to: Distance Learning Coordinator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Primary Responsibilities:

Monitors and oversees phone services for regional school districts

Assists school districts with internal phone systems, including support, integrations, and troubleshooting

Liaison between phone vendors, districts, and the regional information center (RIC) for repairs and trouble tickets

Assist school districts and BOCES in transitioning to new internal phone systems

Assist with the development and execution of phone systems, ensuring they meet institutional standards and goals

Knowledge of telephone systems and programs to configure and troubleshoot equipment in the region

Installation of telephone communication equipment components

Oversees the maintenance and recommendations of telephone equipment and programs

Monitor the performance and progress of telephone systems and equipment, making necessary improvements.

Maintains inventory of phone equipment and lines

Audit telephone vendor billing to ensure accurate costs

Build and maintain relationships with component districts, community organizations, and stakeholders to support and enhance telephone services

Assists Distance Learning Coordinator with RFPs for additional phone solutions.

The Distance Learning Coordinator will possess the following minimum qualities, qualifications, skills, and/or abilities:

Demonstrate excellent organizational and project management skills

Exhibit clear communication skills in both oral and written formats, including electronic communication

Stay informed about telephone services and equipment, best practices, and emerging trends and technologies

Demonstrate an open, collaborative leadership style that fosters teamwork and a shared sense of purpose.

Show willingness to be an active, engaged, and visible member of the learning community

Possesses strong people skills and effective communication abilities. The Telephone Technician should be positive, approachable, and respectful

Demonstrate willingness to be an active, engaged, collaborative, and visible team member

Exhibit unquestioned integrity, honesty, and diplomacy

Be attentive to the needs of all individuals seeking assistance, including students

Utilize strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000

Civil Service Qualifications: Pending determination.

Position is anticipated to start in July 2025.