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 Professional Hamden, CT, US 1 Attachments 5 days ago Requisition ID: 1125 Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually Shape Brighter Futures Through Behavioral Support The Children’s Center of Hamden is seeking a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support students within Whitney Hall School and behavioral programs across the Agency. In this role, you’ll provide evidence-based behavioral consultation, assessment, treatment planning, staff coaching, and data-driven intervention to support students and youth with social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. As a BCBA, you will work collaboratively with school administration, program leadership, clinical teams, classroom staff, families, and outside providers to promote consistency, safety, skill development, and positive outcomes across educational and treatment settings. Why Join Us? High Staff-to-Student Ratios & Small Class Sizes – Support individualized behavioral programming in a structured, supportive school environment. Collaborative Clinical & Educational Team – Partner with school administrators, teachers, clinicians, related service providers, and program leadership. Tuition Loans & Career Growth – Invest in your future with interest‑free tuition loans, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities that help you advance and specialize. Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and wellness programs. On one of our medical plan options, The Children’s Center covers 90% of the employee premium and contributes to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), making quality healthcare affordable and accessible. Generous Paid Time Off – Sick, personal time, and school breaks so you can recharge and maintain balance. Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture – Join a team committed to trauma-informed care, positive behavioral supports, student growth, and meaningful outcomes. What You’ll Do As a BCBA, you will: Conduct functional behavioral assessments, observations, and data reviews. Develop, implement, and monitor behavior intervention plans, treatment plans, and crisis/safety plans. Assess students and youth across school and Agency programs to support consistent behavioral recommendations. Analyze behavioral data and modify interventions to improve outcomes. Train, coach, and support staff in implementing behavioral strategies and data collection procedures. Participate in the IEP/PPT process by contributing behavioral recommendations, goals, accommodations, and supports. Collaborate with school administration, program leadership, clinical staff, families, and outside providers. Support staff in responding to challenging behaviors using trauma-informed, evidence-based, and least-restrictive interventions. Maintain required documentation and participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development. Perform other related duties as assigned. What We’re Looking For Current BCBA certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) required. Current Connecticut Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing behavioral assessment, intervention, and consultation services required. Experience in educational and/or residential treatment settings preferred. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Ability to respond to behavioral crises and utilize approved crisis intervention techniques when necessary. Ability to perform repetitive motions, pushing, pulling, and other physical activities required to support students and program operations. Potential exposure to bodily fluids, waste, allergenic conditions, and other environmental hazards common in educational and behavioral health settings. Join Our Team If you’re passionate about evidence-based behavioral support, staff coaching, and helping students and youth with diverse needs build skills for successful futures, we’d love to hear from you. The Children’s Center of Hamden is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr