Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Delta Mission and Values

Delta’s Mission: To enrich the lives of individuals and families through outstanding community-based supports and mutually rewarding relationships.

Values: Customer Focus, Performance Excellence, Learning and Growth

Position Summary

Delta Community Supports, Inc. (“Delta”) is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide support for our New Jersey based individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Behavior Analyst will provide oversight of the behavioral programming for Community Living NJ.

Advances Delta’s mission and values. Reports to: State Director

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervise and coach Behavior Support Specialist, as assigned.
Participate in the recruitment, assessment, retention and ongoing development of clinical personnel.
Create, oversee and approve the creation of behavior plans in line with State of New Jersey CCP and Supports Manual.
Maintain ownership of Delta’s Behavioral Policy & Procedure in line with Division standards.
Develop positive relationships with clients, their families, and staff.
Serve on and chair committees as assigned.
Provide direct training, train the trainer training and continually assess the effectiveness of internal Trainers for behavior plans and other treatment plans.
Actively participate in treatment team meetings, ensuring a person-centered approach to the individual’s care.
Conduct and document staff training related to the implementation of the behavioral management plans including: techniques, required documentation, behavior guidelines, etc.
Create a system to measure efficacy of treatment plan(s) implementation and effectiveness, consistent with DDD Residential Standards.
Document individual’s progress and assess interventions and collaborative services.
Review and revise behavior support plans as indicated by the individual's progress and needs.
Support and encourage individual(s) to increase their ability to problem solve and achieve their highest level of independence.
Provide crisis management services as necessary. Create a system to track and review interventions of Personal Control techniques.
Cooperate with the Department of Human Services staff in any investigation or inspection.
Cooperate with company and regulatory agencies personnel during any inspection or investigation.
Represent Delta in professional associations and state agencies as appropriate.
Bill for standalone behavioral support services per CCP and supports manual standards.
Maximize the development and capacity of staff to advance the mission and values of Delta.
Ensure the full capacity of programmatic resources.
Promote and demonstrate ethical and professional conduct at all times ensuring employees conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner.
Promote continuous quality improvement projects and ongoing performance measures within the department and the organization.
Perform other duties assigned.

Requirements

Passion for the mission and values of Delta Community Supports.
Demonstrated knowledge of N.J.A.C. 10:44A.
Ability to use acquired knowledge of the challenges associated with individuals living in the community and the application of resources for successful community integration.
Ability to work effectively with people, facilitating their growth and development.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Ability to read, write and speak English; perform arithmetical calculations
Ability to use excellent oral and written communications skills.
Fully proficient in Microsoft Office, software applications and the ability to learn new and emerging technologies.
Ability to operate vehicles with a valid driver’s license in accordance with applicable state laws, insurance provider requirements and company policies and procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations.
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities. Must possess strong and collaborative approach to managing relationships.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and delegate duties to others.
Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds; demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Demonstrated ability to utilize data to make informed decisions.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present and speak publically and comprehend/write/speak in English and be able to communicate effectively with Delta staff at all levels.
On-Call to crisis-intervention support as required.

Qualified candidates should possess at minimum, the following credentials:

Master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, or Education.
BCBA certification issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
Appropriate state license as required in state of employment.
Valid driver's license in state of residence and acceptable driving record.
Prior experience working as BCBA or RBT, required.

EOE M/F/D/V

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