Behavior Specialist

2 weeks ago

Toms River, United States New Horizons in Autism Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION: Behavior Specialist (RBT)

Primary Function: The Behavior Specialist will have a Registered Behavior Technician certification in good standing with the BACB. The ideal candidate for this position is an RBT with 2 or more semesters completed in an ABA graduate program; or have already completed their graduate program in Applied Behavior Analysis and is pursuing the BCaBA or BCBA certifications. This ideal candidate will be able to consistently and tactfully provide and receive constructive feedback, and utilize the feedback for professional growth. This ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics: humble, self-motivated, can work independently and with a team, exhibit superior active listening and communication skills that will demonstrate consistent initiative and productivity. This candidate will be required to maintain a caseload of 10 individuals and provide behavioral support services across day habilitation, residential, in-home, supported employment and community-based settings. The Behavior Specialist 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 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: 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 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 requirement Registered Behavior Technician Certification (will consider candidates currently completing the RBT certification requirements).

and

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field.
  • The ideal candidate will be working toward or currently poses and maintain a certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
  • The ideal candidate will have completed 2 semesters of graduate level course work in applied behavior analysis. Unofficial Transcripts are acceptable to provide and must be working towards BCaBA or BCBA certifications.
  • 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-pace work environment.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Direct Support Professional.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Registered Behavior Technician.

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
  • Transcripts demonstrating completion of minimally 2 semesters of ABA graduate coursework


Salary Range: $45 -$48k per year.

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

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