Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Description JOB GOAL: The BCBA will provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, function analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills. A BCBA will also oversee the programming of RBT’s BT’s and field students and provide ongoing support and supervision to Direct Support Professionals as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans. Duties and Responsibilities: Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all areas of programming including the training of direct support professionals and supervision of, RBTs, BTs and fieldwork students, and person-centered strategies BT trainers. Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching. Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for clients and their families Provide model teaching and other direct instructional supports including but not limited to practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction, and in-service instruction to other support professionals. Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, and develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors Provide ongoing support and training to direct support professionals, ABA implementers, and other individuals in support roles for families. Ongoing training and supervision of paraprofessional staff in the implementation of ABA principles and methodology and behavior reduction strategies. Create an ongoing data collection system to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and to analyze data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming. Develop behavior plans for all consumers with a focus on teaching and other antecedent strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s). Meet as needed with supervised staff to discuss ongoing consumer issues and to provide support regularly. Complete the treatment integrity checklist monthly with all assigned RBT’s/BT’/Students. Review and sign off on behavior plans. Provide field supervision when necessary, as assigned by the clinic director. Conduct monthly parent training for all clients as per clinical recommendation. Review, provide feedback on, and release all notes for any supervised behavior therapist. Provide consultation services and to maintain collaborations with other disciplines for the benefit of the client. Keep current with the literature, new research findings and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCBA certification are necessary (32 credits every 2 years). Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between personal care staff and families, and to provide ongoing feedback to government-related agencies that contract with such families. To provide monthly progress reports to such regulated agencies. Must be able to cover direct sessions. Minimum billable 30 hours per week. Minimum of 1 hour of parent training per month 1 competency per RBT/BT per month Must maintain a 5% supervision RBT’s Maintain 20% supervision of the client caseload per month. Must have patience and ability to work with young children. Attend regular scheduled meetings. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in an ABA-related field or related human services field; Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skills, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations Ability to work with a variety of clients in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction Must hold and maintain the following Certifications: BCBA, CPR, Mandatory Reporter Familiarity of DTT programming and implementation Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook systems Ability to utilize a fax machine, phone system, and other office materials as necessary for the position Ability to respond quickly to phone calls, and emails Availability, which includes Monday through Friday 8:30-6:00 PM on sight, flexibility with one day of work from home, as long as minimum billables and quality of services are maintained. Current on all required trainings/certifications Driver’s insurance on file with HR Department Transportation that is reliable and insured in the state of Illinois #J-18808-Ljbffr