Behavioral Therapist

Mount Prospect Academy is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. As a BCBA, you will play a critical role in providing support to our students and staff by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, behavioral function analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, adaptive life skills, and behavior planning.

• Supervise and oversee all areas of programming, including training of direct support professionals, person-centered strategies consultants, and DSP trainers.
• Develop, facilitate, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
• Identify and provide resources and support information for the team, clients, and their families.
• Provide model teaching and other direct instructional supports, including practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction, and in-service instruction to other support professionals.
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments and analyses, and develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
• Provide ongoing support and training to direct support professionals, ABA implementers, and other individuals in support roles for families.
• Develop and implement assessment tools to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and analyze data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming.
• Develop behavior plans/treatment plans for all consumers, with a focus on teaching and other antecedent strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s).
• Review and sign off on behavior plan/treatment plan training for all field staff, and provide field supervision when necessary.
• Utilize MPA's electronic health records system (KCare) to enter session notes within 72 hours of each session.
• Provide consultation services and maintain ongoing communication with all constituents, including other supports, parents, community, and community agencies.
• Stay current with the literature, new research findings, and resources, and complete continuing education courses to maintain BCBA certification.

• Master's degree in Special Education or a related human services field.
• Certified as a BCBA for a minimum of 2 years, unless prior approval is granted by the Executive Director.
• Successful completion of internship and/or formal training in the analysis of behavior and instructional strategies related to working with clients who have pervasive developmental disorders and related disorders, their parents, and other agencies working with clients.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skills, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations.
• Ability to work with a variety of clients in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (403B)
• STD & LTD
• Life Insurance
• AD & D
• Comprehensive wellness initiatives
• Paid time off
• Employee discount program
• Expense reimbursement

• Stewardship Center (Outdoor Equipment, Bike/E-Bike, Kayaks/Canoes, Snowshoes, Paintball Course, Ropes/High Ropes, Alpine and Cross-country Skis, Climbing Wall)
• Daily Adventure Outings
• Potential for Employee Housing
• Mileage Reimbursements
• 24/7 Access to Company Gym/Boxing Training Gym
• Regular Wellness and Team Building Activities
• Free meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Dynamic Professional Development Opportunities
• Auto Shop, Car Repairs at Cost
• Woodshop, projects built at Cost
• Promote from Within
• Participation with Federal Loan Reimbursement programs

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