BCaBA

Primary Function: This behavior analyst will have a BCaBA certification in good standing with the BACB. This candidate will be required to maintain and oversee a caseload of individuals and provide behavioral support services across day habilitation, residential, in-home, supported employment and community-based settings to adults on the autism spectrum. The BCaBA works under the guidance and close supervision of a BCBA supervisor and is required to participate in regularly scheduled supervision sessions (during and outside of scheduled work hours). The BCaBA will also provide supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians (during and outside of scheduled work hours). The standard work schedule will be 8:30am – 4:30pm Mon-Fri. Evening and weekend hours are scheduled on an as needed basis. Flexibility in scheduling may be required based on the needs of the individuals and the programs in which services are being provided to. If services are provided outside the standard work schedule, time may be flexed accordingly.

REPORTS TO: BCBA Supervisor and Director of Clinical Services

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate consistent professional and ethical behavior aligned with the behavior analyst profession that is in accordance with the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code that will serve as the model for professional behavior for staff within the organization.
• Administer Skill Acquisition assessments including VB MAPP, FISH, Essential for Living, Preference Assessments, Assessment of Functional Living Skills.
• Conduct Functional Assessment of challenging behaviors: Functional Behavior Assessments and Functional Analysis.
• Develop supported employment programming as needed.
• Design, implement, and train all stakeholders in data collection methods, skill acquisition programing, behavior support plans, behavior strategies etc. for each individual assigned to your caseload.
• Assist in conducting intake assessments for prospective clients.
• Review and modify behavior support plans according to data.
• Complete all reports and assessments within a timely manner and meet ongoing deadlines.
• Facilitate Natural Environment Training when appropriate.
• Directly observe programs, implementation administered by RBTs, Direct Support Staff, etc.
• Review support staff’s documentation and data collection and provide feedback as needed.
• Complete consultation notes at each consultation and record/ upload into individual’s file.
• Complete behavior support service logs for billing.
• Collaborate with members of Interdisciplinary Team, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate individual information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs and services.
• Provide scheduled consultations face to face or via tele-heath with individual and support staff, review data, update program and model techniques for support staff when necessary.
• Lead behavior support staff meetings in-services, professional development workshops and trainings as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Communicate through email regularly.
• Provide regularly scheduled individual and group supervision sessions to RBTs.
• Complete RBT competencies for candidates pursuing certification.
• Provide services based on the needs of the individuals (this may require flexible scheduling).
• Receive ongoing supervision by an approved clinical supervisor as outlined in the NHIA Supervision Contract.
• Attend all clinical and company related events as indicated by the Director of Clinical Services.

Other Functions:

• Adhere to the rules, regulations, policies, and processes outlined in the New Horizons in Autism. policy and procedure manual.
• Protect individual rights and privacy according to HIPAA regulations, and New Horizons in Autism policy and procedures manual.
• Adhere to Ethical Guidelines set forth by the BACB and New Horizons in Autism policies and procedures manual.
• Respect the dignity of all individuals and protect the individuals from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
• Ensure quality service delivery and interventions meet quality assurance standards.
• Maintain accurate records including but not limited to assessments, current daily notes, and services provided for billing purposes to ensure best practice and quality assurance standards are maintained.
• Assist with problem solving to improve efficiency within the agency
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Attend specific NHIA and non-NHIA events on behalf of the Clinical Team and New Horizons in Autism at the request of the Director of Clinical Services or Executive Director.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field.
• Possess and maintain a BCaBA certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Have successfully completed their 8-hour supervision course and meet the BACB requirements for providing supervision and maintaining supervisory designation as outlined by the BACB.
• Obtain, possess, and maintain current CPR/First Aid certification and re-certification every 2 years.
• Must pass a criminal history, central registry background check, and Department of Education Background Check.
• Maintain a clear criminal record.
• Exhibit superior time management and organizational skills can meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year ABA experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Division Circulars, Supports Programs Policies and Procedures and Community Care Policies and Procedures manuals preferred.
• Experience in residential, day program, community settings, preferred.
• Experience in providing school consultation preferred.
• Experience developing professional development content highly preferred.
• Experience providing supervision to RBTs and candidates pursuing certification highly preferred.
• Experience with assessment and treatment of severe challenging behavior, highly preferred.

To be considered for this position, all applicants are asked to please submit the following:

• A professional letter of interest addressed to the Clinical Team
• A current resume complete with credentials

Candidates that attach the following documents will be given priority interviews.

• A mock behavior support plan

Salary Range: $50 - $60k per year.

All NHIA staff will be required to cooperate with the licensee, Department of Human Service (DHS) staff in any inspection or investigation. NHIA staff must also work in collaboration with NHIA’s fact-finding internal investigators.