Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Part-time, exempt position reporting to the EDU Coordinator.

About the role

Provide daily training to teach Consumers to attain and maintain the skills necessary to achieve maximum functional independence. Support and promote the rights of Consumers and function effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.

Responsibilities

• Develop behavior intervention plans, curriculum, and goals for students with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities.
• Monitor progress, develop and monitor implementation of particular protocols, data collection, and progress monitoring techniques.
• Follow ATC Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain open communication with members of the Interdisciplinary Team, including participating in team meetings.
• Communicate with caregivers as needed about behavioral updates.
• Maintain up-to-date information on all students, including behavioral information in ARDs, behavior plans, and Catalyst.
• Provide in-service trainings to ensure all school employees understand their roles and expectations.
• Conduct regular observations in classrooms and use Performance Observation Forms to provide corrective and constructive feedback to Teacher’s Assistants.
• Conduct treatment integrity checks and IOA assessments.
• Provide training for new employees.
• Conduct behavioral assessments with students (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS, AFLS, preference assessments, FBAs, and FAs).
• Identify functions of behavior and develop individualized behavior plans; analyze data, monitor progress, and modify behavior goals as needed.
• Ensure all treatment components and modifications are approved by the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Develop behavioral goals, transition goals, and attend ARD meetings.
• Assist with the development of academic goals and materials as needed by Lead Teachers.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly progress notes.
• Ensure behavioral strategies are implemented consistently and accurately across clinical systems in all settings.
• Offer parent and/or district personnel training as needed.
• Act as an active training member for direct care staff and management staff, including on-site staff training, orientation training, clinical, and staff meetings.
• Work 1:1 with students and run social skill groups when necessary.
• Uphold the BACB’s ethical and best practices guidelines.
• Attend community events and run information dissemination booths at events (some weekends during Autism Awareness Month – April).
• Assist in other programs as needed.
• Assist with behaviors and de-escalation techniques (SAMA).
• Ensure quality supervision of EDU RBTs following the BACB guidelines.
• Perform SAMA techniques, CPR, and abdominal thrust maneuver as needed.
• Respond quickly to emergency and/or life-threatening situations.
• Report any allegations of abuse and/or neglect.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree.
• BCBA certification through the BACB.
• Experience providing behavioral services to individuals with ASD.
• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and SAMA certifications.
• Maintain current Driver’s License and automobile insurance.
• Maintain required annual training certifications provided by the company and/or agency licensing.

Skills

• Communicate professionally and effectively with school employees, Interdisciplinary Team members, administrators, contract liaisons, and family members.
• Reliable with timeliness and attendance.
• Work as an effective and productive member of a team.
• Receptive and responsive to feedback from coworkers and supervisors.
• Provide an organized environment for safe and effective teaching and learning.
• Provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for students and their caregivers.
• Work with students with developmental disabilities, academic deficits, and behavioral needs.
• Exhibit patience and flexibility, maintain a positive attitude, and handle stressful situations appropriately.
• Demonstrate good problem-solving, leadership, and judgment.
• Meet physical requirements to safely manage behavior and actively participate with students.
• Respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Maintain personal hygiene and care.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally (1 – 33% of the time):
  • Lift and carry 40–80 lbs while handling students.
  • Push a wheelchair holding a student whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds.
  • Engage in gross motor movements such as running and physically redirecting students whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds.
• Frequently (34 – 66% of the time):
  • Perform SAMA techniques with students whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds.
• Constantly (67 – 100% of the time):
  • Engage in fine-motor movements such as grasping small objects.
  • Engage in gross-motor movements such as standing, walking, bending, and squatting.
  • Engage in the range of motion necessary to work and play with students.
  • Engage in the range of motion necessary to assist with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, eating, and other personal care tasks.

Moderate strength and stamina are required in emergency situations.

Tools and Equipment

• Measure temperature using ear thermometer.
• Drive automobile or wheelchair-accessible van.
• Assist with the use of Alternative and Augmentative Communication Devices.
• Monitor fire alarm devices.
• Use computers, tablets, iPads, copy machines, and cell phones as needed.

Possible Safety and Health Risks

• Blood or bodily fluid exposure.
• Slip or fall exposure.
• Physical or verbal abuse exposure from students or their caregivers.
• Exposure to muscle strain from lifting, stooping, reaching, and twisting.

Schedule

Monday - Friday from 9 am - 3 pm (hours up to discussion). Year-round position.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off.
• Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Supplemental Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Discount Program.