Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

About the role

Homebase Behavior Consulting is hiring BCBAs to serve clients in the Greater Worcester and Fitchburg locations. At Homebase Behavior Consulting, we value our staff and offer flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments (e.g., functional analyses) and skill-based assessments (e.g., ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, etc.)
• Provide behavior analytic interpretations of the results and designs comprehensive ABA treatment plans based off of evidence-based practices and behavior analytic research literature
• Provide training and supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians, and other responsible parties tasked with the implementation of behavior analytic interventions
• Supervise and monitor treatment progress of clients through data-based progress monitoring
• Provide training to parents/guardians and other responsible parties for the clients

Requirements

• Possess a minimum of a Master’s Degree or national equivalent with a major in Psychology, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field of study is preferred
• Have obtained certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as verified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• A minimum of 1-3 years experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with various special needs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
• Learning theories and instructional methods
• Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
• Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
• Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
• Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ABA software platforms
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities

• Assess situations and make proper judgments
• Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
• Objectively analyze crisis situations
• Respond quickly to emergency situations
• Handle aggressive and self-injurious behaviors of clients
• Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals
• Perform general clerical duties including maintaining accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
• Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
• Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
• Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
• Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
• Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
• Knowledge of medical billing for ABA and navigating insurance is preferred
• Communicate client progress and cases to Owner, Clinical Director
• Be able to work with a diverse team of professionals to provide the best behavioral services possible to clients
• Attend staff trainings and company meetings

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of criminal history background check
• Satisfactory reference checks
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs

Position Type

Part time

Pay

$65.00-$85.00 hourly rate depending on experience

Schedule

7-15 hours per week