Inpatient Board Certified Behavior Analyst - OMC, Jeff Hwy - FT

We have made a lot of progress since opening our doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, record broken, and patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This position provides supervision and direct, one-to-one treatment for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or other behavioral conditions admitted to the hospital. The role attempts to provide continuity of services while inpatient and works with the healthcare team to provide individualized care to each patient and family. Must promote communication, academic, social, and behavioral skills for each patient during admission. Responsibilities include assessment, development, and monitoring of patient treatment plans and behavior support plans while in the inpatient setting. The role also provides parent training to ensure parents acquire skills necessary for program continuity into the home and community, reviews Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Line Technician performance as applicable, and connects families with community resources for a smooth discharge. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education Required – Master’s degree in Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis. Preferred – Doctorate degree in Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis. Work Experience Required – 1-year experience in the provision of direct patient services in a social service, mental health, rehabilitation facility or related allied health care setting. Preferred – 3-year experience in the provision of direct patient services in a social service, mental health, rehabilitation facility or related allied health care setting. Certifications Required – Board Certified Behavior Analyst obtained through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and licensed as a Behavior Analyst in the state of practice. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Strong interpersonal skills. High level of professionalism. Knowledge of principles of Applied Behavior Analysis applicable to the care and treatment of children with behavioral and developmental concerns. Job Duties Provide direct therapeutic services to patients via parent skills training, direct one-to-one therapy, and/or group social skills training. Maintain designated workspaces (e.g., computer station, assigned treatment rooms) by organizing, cleaning, and supplying appropriate materials. Assess, develop, and monitor progress of patient treatment plans. Supervise ABA Line Technicians. Provide personalized at‑home guidance for parents and caregivers. Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communication style. Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects. The job requires walking or standing to a significant degree, pushing and/or pulling arm or leg controls, and maintaining a production‑rate pace. The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. There is also a risk of exposure to hazardous medications or waste through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, administration, cleaning, or disposal of contaminated waste. Equal Opportunity Employer The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health