Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Part Time

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Part Time Position/Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Job Location: Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ (Morris County) Job Shift: Part-Time, Flexible Salary Range: $39.00 per hour – $43.00 per hour About Us: Since 1999 Allies has been enriching the lives of people with special needs by promoting their greater independence with dignity, respect and understanding. To learn more, visit our website at About the job: To provide crisis stabilization and assessment services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. To provide Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for 5 youth ages 13 to 18 living in a community based residential setting. To provide training and supervision to support staff to enable the youth to develop adaptive skills so they can live, learn and participate in the community. Responsibilities Assess behavioral needs using functional behavioral assessments, develop and implement behavioral support plans, assess and modify plans in response to changing behavioral health needs of individuals served. Provide hands‑on and administrative training by supervising the general behavioral needs of each individual served while promoting a person‑centered approach to behavioral supports. 10 hours per week per youth should be dedicated to implementation of behavior support interventions and activities. Interact with support staff and administration to ensure continuity, accurate timely documentation and coordination of care. Document information and interventions in accordance with Department of Children and Families (DCF), Medicaid and ALLIES, INC. requirements. Communicate effectively with manager, support staff, youth, families and outside agencies as appropriate. Participate in person‑centered treatment team meetings including monthly treatment team meetings. Attend staff meetings as assigned. Provide training for individuals served in the areas of managing behavioral needs. Conduct on‑going training for support staff on specific behavioral support methods and plans related to the specific needs of the individuals served. Review the implementation of approved treatment plans/programs. Respond to crises and provide interventions as needed, including but not limited to hands‑on restraints if required. Review pertinent records of individuals on a need‑to‑know basis, while following HIPAA guidelines. Recommend policies and procedures on behavioral support/intervention/planning as new methods become available. Participate in appropriate professional growth and continuing education opportunities. Works with each individual's treatment team, Child Family Team (CFT) and all other interested parties to build self‑esteem and social capital for each individual served. Be on‑call as directed by agency administration. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, Sociology, Guidance and counseling, Social Work, or other behavioral science program. At least one year of experience in the development and implementation of Behavior Support Plans, Functional Behavior Assessments and related assessments (preference assessments, reinforce assessments, etc.). Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required. Ability to work effectively as part of a multi‑disciplinary treatment team. Ability to work a flexible part‑time work week as directed by your manager to meet the needs of the program and youth in our care. Able to physically intervene in a crisis. Valid unrestricted Driver's License with a good driving record. Must be at least 21 years old. Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in English and direct/respond to client's needs. Required Skill Level The ability to effectively deliver behavioral services to individuals, families and groups. The ability to write and verbally communicate behavioral plans, interventions and outcomes to service recipients and team members. The ability to safely and effectively execute all personal control and defensive techniques. The ability to exercise good judgment and use common sense. The ability to remain calm in crisis situations. The ability to interact with a wide range of people and families with respect. The ability to approach daily work from a person‑centered perspective. The ability to follow direction and delegate tasks. The ability to participate in clinical treatment team addressing the behavioral stabilization and rehabilitation needs of children with co‑occurring diagnoses. Allies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Primepoint, LLC