Applied Behavioral Analyst

Job DescriptionJob Description

Looking for an experienced BCBA

Village Learning Solutions - ABA (Powered by The Village Life Center) provides 1 to 1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services in Plaquemine, LA and surrounding areas. We are looking for a BCBA to provide Center-Based Services. We offer: assessments, skill acquisition training, social skills training, behavior management, conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), implementing behavior plans, community training, pre-vocational training, parent training and ongoing staff training and supervision.

Our mission is to work with each child and his or her family members to create the best possible outcome for everyone We are looking for a caring, passionate, and dedicated professional BCBA to oversee client programing, thorough staff training, supervision and parent collaboration/training.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducting initial assessments
• Writing comprehensive and detailed assessment reports and progress reports
• Conducting reassessments
• Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
• Developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
• Program development
• Social Skills training
• Activities of daily living skills training
• Community based training
• Prevocational and vocational training
• Parent and family training
• Staff training and ongoing weekly supervision
• Proficient in assessment tools, not limited to: ABLLS-R, AFLS, VB-MAPP, Vineland, and EFLS
• Responsible for program development, curriculum development and behavior plan implementation
• Well versed in managing severe maladaptive behaviors (CPI or SKIP proficient is a plus)
• Develop and maintain goals and instructional materials for each client
• Organize monthly team meetings

-Staff training –

• Organize, coordinate and create content for quarterly in-person staff training
• Organize and coordinate monthly case conferences
• Individualized training as needed on ABA skills (ex. prompting, error correction, taking data, types of TA’s)
• Initial staff setup when hired: review of their client (ex. programs. demographics, goals, progress, behavior plans, etc.)
• Initial training that is including video models of how to “run” a program for each specific individual client, including following a behavior plan and ABA tactics.
• Conducting individual trainings on catalyst: how to take data, how to write thorough soap notes

-Following up with staff to ensure that they are completing their notes and notes are completed thoroughly.

-Be the liaison between staff and parents/school when schedule changes, make up needs to be scheduled, ensure everyone was informed.

-Parent communication – monthly check in with parents, reviewing goals (current and future goals), any concerns about client (new behaviors, skills not generalizing at home, etc.) and concerns with staff, or schedule changes, etc.

-Parent training and carryover/generalization.

-Client intakes:

• Review IEP, diagnostic/neuropsych reports, parent interview, school/home observation if necessary, preferred client schedules, matching with appropriate staff
• Intakes of new clients (find out details, hours they want, etc.)

Administrative Duties

• Conduct performance feedback reviews (i.e. 90 day, 6-month & annual) for all therapists
• Reviewing and providing feedback to other BCBA’s and on their programming
• Meeting with other BCBA’s once a month to review client’s progress and ensure appropriate goals and behavior plans are in place.
• Review initial and reassessment reports written by other BCBAs.

Job Requirements:

-Energetic, passionate, goal-oriented professionals

-Arrive on time and prepared for therapy sessions

-Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, around the needs of the client

-Licensed, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

-Ability to work closely with families to understand and address their needs

*A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance with a good driving record is preferred

Behaviors isn’t like any other organization. We truly believe we can help families create better lives. And we’re passionate about child development, behavior, and care.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• BCBA or BCABA (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Company DescriptionThe Village Life Center is a community-based therapeutic program that offers a variety of outpatient therapy and counseling services to children and families affected by mental illness. Our mental health programs promote and encourage hope, wellness and recovery to individuals and families as they embark on their journey to mental wellness. The mental health services we provide occur outside of mental institutions and hospital psychiatric units. We help our clients cope with the symptoms of their illnesses, increase their capacity for independent living, and prevent or limit periods of inpatient treatment.Company DescriptionThe Village Life Center is a community-based therapeutic program that offers a variety of outpatient therapy and counseling services to children and families affected by mental illness. Our mental health programs promote and encourage hope, wellness and recovery to individuals and families as they embark on their journey to mental wellness. The mental health services we provide occur outside of mental institutions and hospital psychiatric units. We help our clients cope with the symptoms of their illnesses, increase their capacity for independent living, and prevent or limit periods of inpatient treatment.

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