Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides clinical oversight, assessment, and consultation in the development, implementation, and monitoring of individualized behavior support plans for individuals served in RHA's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) programs. This role ensures compliance with state regulations, RHA policies, and best practices in applied behavior analysis. The BCBA delivers training, conducts data analysis, and provides consultation to direct support and clinical staff to promote positive behavioral outcomes, dignity, and quality of life for the people supported.

Duties and Responsibilities

Behavior Assessment and Plan Development

• Conduct behavioral assessments and functional analyses through observation, data collection, and interviews to identify causes and maintaining factors of challenging behaviors.
• Develop, review, and revise Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) in accordance with state IDD regulations and RHA policies.
• Ensure plans are person-centered, evidence-based, and designed to promote skill acquisition and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Obtain appropriate consent and approvals for all BSPs, including from the person supported, legal representatives, professional team, Human Rights Committee, Administrators, and/or Quality Assurance.

Implementation, Monitoring, and Evaluation

• Monitor the effectiveness of BSPs through ongoing data collection, analysis, and progress reviews.
• Adjust interventions as needed to improve outcomes and ensure continued effectiveness.
• Conduct fidelity checks and direct observations to ensure consistent and accurate implementation of behavioral interventions.
• Maintain detailed and timely documentation of all behavioral assessments, progress notes, and required reports.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatry, nursing, neurology, pharmacy, education, and other disciplines, to coordinate integrated care and treatment strategies.

Training and Consultation

• Provide training, coaching, and modeling for direct support professionals, managers, and clinical staff in behavioral principles and BSP implementation.
• Deliver individual and group in-service sessions on new or revised BSPs, data collection, and positive behavioral supports.
• Offer ongoing feedback and technical assistance to enhance staff competency and promote a consistent behavioral support environment.
• Support team development of effective, proactive strategies that minimize crisis intervention and promote dignity and self-determination.

Policy, Compliance, and Collaboration

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of RHA behavioral support policies and procedures.
• Participate in regional or state meetings focused on behavioral support regulations, policy development, and best practices.
• Provide consultation to leadership regarding crisis intervention and risk-reduction strategies to maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, professionalism, and adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and RHA policies.

Other Duties

• Support individuals in developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with family, friends, and peers.
• Observe, model, and reinforce appropriate behavior skills in home, community, school, and vocational settings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The position may or may not provide supervision to Behavior Analysts, Behavior Technicians, or other behavioral support staff, depending on program structure and organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain an active BCBA certification in good standing.
• Must meet all local and state requirements related to licensure, credentialing, and certification.
• Proficiency in applied behavior analysis (ABA) methodologies and positive behavior support practices.
• Strong data collection, analysis, and reporting skills.
• Ability to develop person-centered, evidence-based interventions.
• Effective communication, facilitation, and training skills for diverse staff groups.
• Familiarity with state IDD behavioral support regulations and human rights standards.
• Demonstrated professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic documentation systems.
• Must pass background checks and meet state and organizational requirements for working with vulnerable populations.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Tennessee Requirements: Education, Licensure, and Experience

Education:

• Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field from a Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)-approved institution.

Certification:

• Current, active certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or BCBA-D in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

Licensure:

• Must hold a Tennessee Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential issued by the Division of Health Related Boards, Applied Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee under T.C.A. 63-11-301 through 63-11-311.
• Must complete supervised fieldwork (e.g., 1,000 hours of practicum with 10% supervision) prior to licensure, as required by the Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee.

Continuing Education:

• Must complete 3 hours of continuing education on cultural diversity for each renewal cycle as required by the state.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience developing and implementing behavior intervention plans in an IDD or behavioral health setting.
• Experience providing training and supervision to direct care or clinical staff preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly required to lift 20 lbs.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Must be able to pull a minimum of 20 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.
• Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Required to regularly stand and walk.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing, and lifting.

RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories: race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability.

Pre-employment screening:

• Complete criminal background
• Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

• Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who