Regional Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Responsibilities

• Delivering comprehensive training and continuous guidance to teachers and educational staff in designing impactful Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Making sure academic instruction and behavioral support services are of high quality, and achieving exceptional outcomes for students.
• Implementing evidence-based interventions using scientifically proven behavioral and educational strategies to promote positive outcomes in academic, social, emotional, and independent functioning.
• Providing crisis management intervention and support for students exhibiting aggressive or self-injurious behavior, and developing strategies to reduce the need for 1:1 staffing.
• Collaborating with on-site education teams to collect and analyze data on student behavior, monitor student progress, and ensure appropriate intervention responsiveness and consistent progress toward goals.
• Conducting regular quality checks for each campus within assigned region at the student, staff, classroom, and site levels; making recommendations for improvement based on analysis of data.
• Supporting the development of on-site teams within assigned region through delivery of training on behavioral assessment, intervention, positive behavior supports, data collection, crisis management, and other relevant topics.
• Providing guidance and supervision to staff members within assigned region pursuing BACB certification (RBT, BCaBA, BCBA), as agreed with the Program Director or VP of Behavior Services.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of improvement plans for assigned campuses to enhance student performance and staff effectiveness.
• Engaging in multi-disciplinary on-site and regional team meetings to discuss behavioral needs and contribute to the development of comprehensive support strategies.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of assessments, interventions, progress, and compliance activities.
• Performing additional duties or special projects as assigned to support organizational goals and student success.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or higher in applied behavior analysis, behavioral therapy, special education or a closely related field of study.
• A current or pending board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential.
• A current or pending education specialist or special education instruction credential preferred.
• A valid CA state driver’s license.
• The ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in providing behavioral support, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), data-based decision making, functional behavior assessment (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's).
• Adequate skills in working with children with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Prior experience and/or highly skilled in crisis management systems and intervention procedures.
• The ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.