BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (BCBA)

BCBA (BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST)

Laurel Heights Hospital is seeking a BCBA (BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST) (FULL-TIME). Join our talented team of professionals as we work to provide the most effective treatment utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Assessment: Conducts a minimum of 2 comprehensive assessments to identify the client's needs and goals. (FBA as needed)
• Plan Development: Creates individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Supervision: Supervises RBTs, providing training, guidance, and ongoing support.
• Data Analysis: Regularly reviews and analyzes data to measure client progress and adjust plans.
• Collects graphed behavioral Data from RBT and interprets data for medical chart using Interpretive Data Document
• Provide Weekly Parent Trainings and Document findings into medical Chart
• Lead Treatment Team meetings with all updates
• Weekly meetings with RBT and Social worker to collaborate on Treatment 3x weekly
• Quarterly Fidelity Checks

Experience:

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, particularly autism.
• Knowledge of special education practices and principles.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to behavioral health.
• Proficient in conducting diagnostic evaluations and assessments.
• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Minimum of a master's degree in applied Behavior Analysis
• Certified and maintain credentialing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a BCBA in good standing.

The ideal candidate has exceptional oral and written communication skills; legible handwriting; ability to maintain information as highly confidential; telephone etiquette and customer service skills by phone and face-to-face; familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred; skills in dealing courteously with the public and other staff within the organization; skills in prioritizing and in managing time; problem-solving skills; use of appropriate social skills, including demonstration and respect for staff and patients; empathy toward children and adolescents; basic knowledge of child growth and development preferred; experience working with children with autism; skill in following behavioral plans necessary; able to respond to children/adolescents in a consistent and caring manner, consistent in maintaining professional boundaries; willingness to seek supervision in this regard when necessary.