Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Location: Odessa, TX Salary: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00/year Why Choose Empower Behavioral Health (EBH)? EBH was created with the mission of empowering families by providing the most effective Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to ensure that learners with autism and other developmental disabilities reach their maximum potential. BCBA’s work closely with our patients and families to provide an unparalleled level of service through compassionate and knowledgeable care, in combination with the intensive nature of our individualized program. What makes EBH great? Small Caseloads (up to 8 full-time equivalent) Heavy emphasis on clinical quality Dedicated teams to support each clinic: Clinical Quality & Operations 28 days of paid time off annually 1 work from home day per week Monday-Friday 8 AM CST - 4 PM CST schedule No evenings or weekends Medical, Dental, Vision benefits offered (& many more) 401K option available Employee Referral Program - Bonus opportunities up to $2500 Incentive bonus program for all clinical staff DoorDash and Calm Business subscriptions upon hire Duties and Responsibilities Provide clinic-based ABA services to EBH patients and families Supervise implementation of treatment to ensure satisfactory implementation of protocols Conduct initial and follow-up assessments and parent questionnaires Develop and write individualized behavior acquisition programs for patients Conduct descriptive and functional analyses as part of functional assessments Write behavior intervention plans for behavior reduction targets for patients Develop and write initial treatment plans and update plans in accordance with best practice and insurance guidelines Implement and supervise data collection systems Provide behavioral support for patients in an interdisciplinary treatment setting Evaluate and report patient progress toward treatment goals and oversee transition and discharge plans Conduct individual parent/caregiver trainings on a monthly basis at minimum and group trainings as needed Attend department meetings and interdisciplinary staff meetings Maintain BCBA certification by acquiring continuing education in BACB required categories Obtain and maintain state licensure Abide by the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts Requirements Competencies Planning and Evaluating (Workload Management) Problem-Solving Customer Service – Client/Patient Decision Making Interpersonal Skills Time Management Written and Oral Communication Requirements for Education and Experience Education Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis or related field Board certification and in good standing as a BCBA Must obtain and maintain current BCBA licensure in Texas Experience Minimum of 2 years working with children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities Physical Requirements Must be able to move or transport up to 50 lbs. Must be able to run or walk throughout 6–8-hour sessions (i.e., patient eloping) Must be able to respond quickly to manage behaviors (i.e., block aggression, move furniture) Must be able to be seated on the floor when needed for patient Must be able to transition from seated on the floor to standing quickly to respond to aggression/severe behavior Must be able to bend or twist to utilize physical management Must be able to maintain physical holds for aggressive patients for extended periods of time when needed Empower Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr