Behavior Analyst - IDD

Job Summary

Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Behavior Analyst targets improvement of socially-significant client behaviors across a variety of domains through the delivery of Applied Behavior Analysis. The Behavior Analyst collaborates to improve service delivery and build capacity in caregivers. This position may act as a mentor to direct care staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform and interpret the results of functional behavior assessments for youth.
• Develop and implement interventions that target the reduction of challenging behaviors and increase of adaptive behaviors.
• Create and implement individual behavior plans for youth as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Collect, analyze, and present data on target behaviors as part of treatment planning process to inform data-based decision making.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of various behavior management interventions or in-home behavior management systems.
• Collaborate in the ongoing development and maintenance of systems to support the practice of applied behavior analysis (e.g., data collection systems).
• Develop, maintain, and update all required documentation for regulatory compliance and in alignment with agency protocols in a timely manner.
• Develop and deliver staff training.
• May act as a mentor to direct care staff.
• Lead projects for various programs designed to elevate the practice of behavior analysis.
• Consult with and provide oversight for implementation of behavior plans with the Crisis Prevention Specialist, Youth Care Professional (YCP) and/or Skillbuilder who may provide services to children and families under their guidance.
• Serve as a resource to guide team performance.
• Therapeutic Foster Care program: On call responsibilities as scheduled.

Education & Experience

Master's degree in Behavior Analysis or qualifying related field required within 3 months of hire, with a clear path towards New York State licensure as a Licensed Behavior Analyst.

Special Requirements

• Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to recognize escalated youth behavior and effectively apply the continuum of crisis prevention and intervention through verbal and non-verbal de-escalation skills to reduce risk.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply functional behavior assessments and appropriate interventions to support individual plans.
• Ability to use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct towards all.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to work a variable scheduling including evenings and weekends.
• The following physical demands are required:
  • Occasional sitting (up to 4 hours)
  • Occasional standing (up to 1 hour)
  • Occasional walking (up to 2.5 hours)
  • Occasional driving (up to 6 hours)
  • Continuous balancing (up to 8 hours)
  • Occasional balancing, bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching forward or down, reaching overhead, running, and twisting (up to 2.5 hours)
  • Weekly lifting up to 50 lbs. (community-based staff may be required to lift an empty wheelchair weighing up to 50 lbs.), 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
  • Weekly carrying up to 55 lbs. approximately 10-100 ft., 10-15 lbs. on a daily basis
  • Manual dexterity is required, including the frequent ability to grasp in both hands and continuous use of fine manipulation skills in both hands (approximately 1-2.5 hrs.)
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases or chemicals is apparent. Protective clothing or equipment as required: close toed shoes; protective shields, universal precaution PPE, and gloves for toileting and food preparation.
  • Ability to change positions as needed.
  • SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
    • May be required to physically restrain clients weighing between 50 and 300 lbs. and guide them safely to the floor.
    • In some circumstances, restraints can last up to 30 minutes and may require repetition as necessary.

  Pay

  $62,500 Minimum pay rate, $87,000 Maximum pay rate, based on experience. This pay rate may include a Regional and/or Department premium.