description

A BCBA will oversee the programming of associate behavior analysts and provide ongoing support and supervision to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans.

• Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all areas of programming including the training of direct support professionals, person-centered strategies consultants (if applicable) and DSP trainers.
• Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
• Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for clients and their families
• Provide model teaching and other direct instructional supports including, but not limited to, practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction and in-service instruction to other support professionals.
• Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, 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.
• Ongoing training and supervision of paraprofessional staff in the implementation of ABA principles and methodology and behavior reduction strategies.
• Create an ongoing data collection system to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and to 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).
• Meet as needed with supervised staff to discuss ongoing consumer issues and to provide support when necessary.
• Review and sign off on behavior plan/treatment plan training for all field staff and provide field supervision when necessary

Skills

skills & competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in exchanging information, both verbal and written;
• Writing professionally both by hand and utilizing computer software;
• Speak in public settings, including virtual collaborations with more than one person;
• Ability to work well independently and with others;
• Very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness. 

education & qualifications:

• Certified as a BCBA from the Behavior Analytic Certification Board (BACB);
• Master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education or a similar field;
• Experience conducting assessments, supervising therapists, and implementing behavior support plans across settings;
• Minimum 3-year experience;
• DOH license as an advantage but not required.