Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Full Time Lisle, IL, US 7 days ago Requisition ID: 1007 Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually JOB DESCRIPTION Reports directly to the Program Facilitator/Coordinator This position is responsible for empowering staff to effectively understand and shape student behavior. Duties and Responsibilities Adhere to company policies and procedures. Collaborate, create, and train on proactive behavior strategies and systems. Guide data collection systems on student‑specific behaviors. Collaborate with classroom teacher on effective teaching strategies and educational programming. Outline reactive strategies for team given feedback and collaboration. Embody the core values of team, excellence, innovation, professionalism, and being student‑centered. Primary Tasks: PROGRAM BOOKS Consult with the classroom teacher to generate academic programming based on IEP goals. Assist in creation of program book when requested to do so by the classroom teacher. Train team members on data collection procedures for program books. CLASSROOM SUPPORT Meet weekly with classroom teacher to determine how to best utilize Flex Sessions. Collaborate with classroom teacher to determine needed educational supports. Lead/participate in sessions with students throughout the week. Attend weekly Community Based Instruction with both classrooms on caseload. Provide consultation to team members in‑the‑moment and subsequent to a behavioral challenge. Train new program assistants on proactive and reactive behavior strategies. Create behavioral data collection systems for each student on caseload. Train team members on data collection procedures for each student’s behavioral data. ASSESSMENT/REPORTING Collaborate with primary implementer of global goal to analyze data to be included in Quarterly Reports. Write and submit proactive behavior protocol or FBA/BIP for each student on caseload. Assist classroom teacher with academic assessments when requested. Complete assessment reports as requested by classroom teacher and team. Complete appropriate program documentation, including daily notes to families, data collection, behavioral logs, accident forms, CPI forms, etc. NEW STUDENTS Create introductory motivation system and/or supports along with the teacher prior to student arrival. Provide training for staff on motivation system prior to student arrival. Utilize Flex Sessions to trial instructional strategies and behavior reinforcement system with the student. Finalize Quick Notes document within 2 weeks of student starting to guide the team. Discuss Quick Notes with team at classroom meeting by the 2nd week of student being at GS. Write and submit proactive behavior protocol or FBA/BIP within 30 days of new student’s start date. Collaborate with home ABA team as needed. ONGOING RESPONSIBILITIES Observe in all settings when requested to do so. Attend all team meetings, answer questions about plans and collaborate on changes. Attend pre‑IEPs, IEPs, Re‑evaluation meetings, department meetings, and any other meetings as assigned. Discuss with teacher and/or supervisor when team discussions are needed regarding reactive plans and document decisions made regarding reactive plans. Obtain parent/guardian consent for any changes to FBA/BIP or behavioral programming. Update Quick Notes documents upon each change and send to every team member after team meeting. Make parent phone calls with team members as needed. Offer assistance to families in collaboration with other team members as appropriate. Participate in direct supervision of students and assistance with activities of daily living, including toileting assistance as needed. Engage and supervise students during less structured times of the school day. Assist with program and classroom needs as assigned or as needs arise. Adhere to company policies and procedures. Complete any other essential duties that may be assigned. The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisors. BCBA Certification Classification The Board Certified Behavior Analyst is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Calendar The Board Certified Behavior Analyst follows the Day School Calendar. Conditions of Employment Pre‑employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check. Possesses appropriate professional credentials. Obtain and maintain Illinois Secretary of State issued non‑CDL driver’s license, inclusive of annual participation in necessary training, drug screening, background check, and physical examination. Maintain and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance. Passing PCM training is a requirement of this position. Participation in PCM training and adherence to the Professional Crisis Management Association’s guidelines require at least average physical fitness. Any physical limitations or conditions that may impact one’s ability to participate in PCM training or PCM must be made known to Giant Steps upon application, as performance of various physical tasks is a bona fide occupational requirement of this position. Working Conditions and Physical Effort Work is typically performed indoors within the school facility and offsite at community locations. Moderate physical movement is required. Moderate exposure to physical risk is anticipated. Noise level varies from quiet to very loud. The employee must continually stand, walk, sit, run, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, balance, crouch, talk, hear, smell, and see. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds. Annual Performance Review An annual performance review will be conducted each spring by the Supervisor. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst will complete a self‑assessment and submit it two weeks prior to the annual review. Compensation Package Giant Steps Illinois, Inc. provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage to all full‑time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours/week. Affirmative Action Plan/Equal Employment Opportunity (AAP/EEO) Giant Steps adheres to all laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis including: veteran status, disability, religion, race, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or FMLA related medical condition, height, weight, familial status, marital status and genetic information. Disclaimer This disclaimer is to acknowledge that it is highly probable that as an employee of Giant Steps Illinois, Inc., you are at risk of personal injury. Injuries may include, but are not limited to, hitting, biting, kicking, scratching, and having hair pulled. The extent of some injuries may result in a break in the skin. All injuries must be documented according to policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook. Often, individuals are placed in this setting as a result of physical aggression or acting out behaviors that may prohibit them from participating in other environments. Our setting allows for these atypical behaviors. All employees are required to show proof of a Hepatitis B vaccination upon hire. *Giant Steps Illinois, Inc. has the ability to review and change the job description when necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr