Intensive Behavioral Intervention Assistant

April 29, 2026

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OPEN/CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENTOPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEESELIGIBILITY LISTS WILL BE GOOD FOR SIX (6) MONTHS <div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0; text-align: center">WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT</div><div style="text-align: center"> </div>The examination process will be held on a continuous, as needed basis. You will be notified, as indicated on your application, regarding the exam dates, times, and locations. SALARY All new hires will be placed at the starting salary step of this classification ($28.04). Employees are eligible for a step increase on their anniversary date each year, up to the maximum step 5 of this salary range ($32.52). <div style="text-align: left">Job Summary This eligibility list will be used to fill mostly full-time (6 hours) assignments. Persons in these positions work Monday - Friday, during the school session. Under the general direction, provides intensive behavioral intervention to students who have severe behavioral disorders; and performs related duties as assigned.</div><div style="text-align: left"> Essential Duties</div><ul><li style="text-align: left">Provides intensive behavioral intervention to designated students who exhibit behaviors such as biting, kicking, hitting, throwing, running, spitting, verbal aggression, pulling, and pushing in a variety of educational settings, including classroom and community settings, as directed by supervisor or other specialist. </li><li style="text-align: left">Follows documented therapy plans for intensive behavioral treatment.</li><li style="text-align: left">Confers with instructional personnel and provides input regarding student progress.</li><li style="text-align: left">Documents student progress and behavioral data, and assists with informal documentation.</li><li style="text-align: left">Assists instructional personnel with development of behavioral and reinforcement strategies.</li><li style="text-align: left">Utilizes approved district restraint training to assist with restraining students as appropriate.</li><li style="text-align: left">Utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies as directed.</li><li style="text-align: left">Assists in supervision of students.</li><li style="text-align: left">Assists in training students in personal hygiene and developing self-sufficiency. </li><li style="text-align: left">Assists students with toileting.</li><li style="text-align: left">May visit student homes to provide services.</li><li style="text-align: left">Performs related duties as assigned.</li></ul> <div style="text-align: justify">Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, and the equivalent of at least six months of part-time experience working with students or clients with intensive behavior disorders is required. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered. All candidates must meet the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. This can be met one of three ways: Possession of an associate's degree or higher; completion of 48 full semester units earned at an accredited college or university; or by taking and passing the ESSA exam. If you meet the ESSA requirement through possession of the associate's degree or higher or have completed at least 48 full semester units, please attach a copy of your degree or college level transcripts to your application.</div><div style="text-align: justify"> </div><div style="text-align: justify">Knowledge of:</div><ul><li>Special needs and requirements of students with intensive behavioral disorders.</li><li>Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques and strategies.</li><li>Appropriate restraint procedures using district training techniques.</li><li>Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.</li><li>Oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.</li><li>Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.</li><li>Appropriate hygiene standards.</li><li>Health and safety regulations as related to the position.</li></ul><div style="text-align: justify"> Ability to:</div><ul><li>Provide intensive behavioral intervention to students.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and data.</li><li>Demonstrate a patient, receptive and understanding attitude toward students.</li><li>Work independently with little direction.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.</li><li>Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.</li><li>Complete tasks in a timely manner.</li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships.</li><li>Use good judgment in making independent decisions to respond to student requests and needs.</li><li>Assist students with personal care such as dressing and toileting.</li><li>Follow education and behavior plans for students.</li><li>Communicate effectively in English.</li></ul><div style="padding: 20px"><div style="text-align: justify"><div style="text-align: justify">Applications will be accepted from the general public and district employees who possess the above qualifications. The district reserves the right to invite applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the requirements needed for the position to continue in the examination process. The examination may consist of an evaluation of training and experience, multiple choice, performance, and oral/technical exams. Persons needing reasonable accommodation must notify the Office of Personnel Services by the last day to file. A qualifying score must be achieved on all portions of the examination in order to be placed on the open eligibility list. Outside and district candidates will be placed on one ranked list, with eligible permanent district employees receiving five seniority points which will be added to their final scores. Non-Discrimination Statement: Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection, and Statewide Resources are available upon request. Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and equity should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Educational Services, Dr. Lorena Sanchez, at llsanche@ggusd.us or (714) 663-6143. Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Director of Personnel Services, Chris Francis, at cfrancis@ggusd.us or (714) 663-6338. Complaints may be mailed to 10331 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840. Pupils have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Contact the district office to learn more about Title IX and Sex Discrimination/Harassment including how to file a complaint.</div></div></div>HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be completed on our website at <a href="http://www.ggusd.us/">www.ggusd.us</a>. Please note that the district office will not be giving out or accepting hard copy applications for those recruitments that are online only. Please read each posting carefully or call our office if you have any questions. All applications should be received by the Personnel Commission Office by 5:00 p.m. on the last day to file. VETERAN'S CREDIT: Veterans shall have an additional five (5) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. "Veteran" as used in this article means any person who has served in the United States armed forces in time of war, or national emergency declared by the President of the United States of America, and who has been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. "Armed forces" means the United States Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. At least thirty (30) days of active service are required to obtain veteran preference points. Disabled veterans shall have an additional ten (10) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. A "disabled veteran" as used in this article means any veteran who is currently declared by the United States Veterans Administration to be ten percent (10%) or more disabled as a result of service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Proof of disability shall be deemed conclusive if it is of record in the United States Veterans Administration. Additional eligibility may be granted based on future changes to the law and verification from the Veteran's Administration or the United States Office of Personnel Management. In order to obtain credit, the applicant shall furnish satisfactory proof of qualifying military service prior to establishment of the eligibility list. No adjustment of rank on the list shall be made when such proof is presented thereafter. A veteran may be credited veterans' preference points only to obtain initial employment in the district. Thereafter, the only additional points for an open examination shall be seniority points granted in accord with section 4220.3(C)2. HIRING PROCEDURES: Garden Grove is a merit system (civil service) school district. Employment and promotions are based upon merit, fitness and qualifications. The person selected to fill any regular position will be from among the top three ranks on the eligibility list approved by the Personnel Commission. All regular employees will serve a six (6) month probation. EXAMINATION FOR TUBERCULOSIS: Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis must be furnished prior to employment and must be based upon an intradermal Mantoux tuberculin skin test completed within the last 60 days. FINGERPRINTING: All new employees will be fingerprinted. BENEFITS: All classified employees receive the following benefits:<ul><li>Up to 22 paid vacation days per year</li><li>Up to 14 paid holidays per year</li><li>Up to 12 sick leave days per year with unlimited accumulation</li><li>Social Security coverage</li></ul>All regular classified employees who are employed 30 hours or more a week are eligible for the following additional benefits:<ul><li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for the employee and family</li><li>Life Insurance for the employee</li><li>Generous Retirement Plan (CalPERS)</li></ul><div style="text-align: left">WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYER</div> <div style="text-align: left">9701.89 (Revised: 7/24)</div>

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