Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA):

The BCBA will provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, function analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills. A BCBA will also oversee programming of behavior technicians and provide ongoing support and supervision as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct ABA therapy to persons with the diagnosis of ASD or at risk for the diagnosis of ASD as needed.
• Train staff in implementing skills acquisition/ behavior reduction plans.
• Meet with and train family members in skills acquisition and behavior reduction strategies.
• Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
• Conduct assessments including functional behavior assessments.
• Develop behavior plans/treatment plans for all consumers with a focus on teaching and other antecedent strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s).
• Write skill acquisition and behavior reduction plans based on results of assessment.
• Modify skills acquisition and behavior reduction plans as necessary based on data.
• Lead weekly supervision/ clinical management meetings with Behavior Technicians.
• Review and sign off on behavior plan/treatment plan training for behavior technicians and provide supervision as necessary.
• Provide ongoing support and training to behavior technicians.
• Utilize electronic health record to submit session notes within 48 hours of each session.
• Oversight of the client’s binder (supervising to make sure the binder is kept current and up to date).
• Create ongoing data collection system to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy, and to analyze data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming.
• Provide supervision, to include but not limited to: summarizing and analyzing data, evaluate client progress towards treatment goals, supervise implementation of treatment, adjust treatment protocols based on data, monitor treatment integrity, train and consult with caregivers and other professionals, evaluate risk management and crisis management, ensure satisfactory implementation of treatment protocols, report progress towards treatment goals, and develop and oversee transition/discharge.
• Keep current with the literature, new research findings and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCBA certification are necessary (32 credits every 2 years).
• Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between staff and families, and to provide ongoing feedback to government related agencies that contract with such families.
• BCBA is required to practice ethical responsibility in all functions of their position.
• Maintain client confidentiality, protect and respect the well-being of the client.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Special Education or related human services field and certified as a BCBA is required.
• Prior experience with the scope of work or target market is preferred but not required.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skill, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills and interpersonal relations.
• Ability to work with a variety of clients in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction.

Physical requirements:

• The position requires the BCBA to be physically ambulatory and active (easily and quickly transition from floor play to walking with client; able to run with client).
• Push, pull, bend, stoop, crawl, walk, reach, lift, climb stairs, and run without assistance when applicable to the environment.
• Lift from 30 to 50 pounds occasionally when working with client.

Level and Degree of Supervision:

Supervision is provided by the Clinical Director of the Autism Clinic. BCBA is expected to be highly motivated and self-directed. Participate in weekly team meetings and general staff meetings.

Conditions of Work:

Hiring and promotion will be accomplished in compliance with the GCLC’s Personnel Policies and Procedures. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours or days may vary according to need. After 90 days of employment, employees may be eligible for benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) Retirement, etc.) that offered by GCLC