Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Conducts functional behavior assessments and oversees treatment planning within the context of a person-centered system of service delivery that values improved life quality for clients receiving ABA services. Ensures that a functional assessment of behavior is completed for each individual, based on his/her own goals for improvement. Coordinates the work of the support team in developing and utilizing treatment plans that target long-term goals and short-term objectives based on the functional behavior assessment. Routinely evaluates treatment plan progress for all assigned clients and recommends modifications to promote client success in attainment of replacement behavior skills. Mentors behavior specialists who are not yet certified as behavior analysts, as needed. Works under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. Reports to the Clinical Program Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Promotes a person-centered approach to treatment:
Works with families to establish an environment supportive of treatment and education across all settings of care
Respects the personal goals of individuals served with ultimate goal of improving quality of life for the individual served and his/her care providers
Identifies behaviors that block the person from achieving his/her desired goals
Develops programs that derive from the individual's strengths
Provides family training
Uses a positive intervention model that minimizes physical intervention

Assesses the function of behavior:
Ensures that a functional assessment is completed for each individual served, in a timely manner
Conducts assessment measures in a variety of settings, to include home and community
Familiarizes oneself with and utilizes direct assessment tools to measure behavior:
VB-MAPP
ABLLS-R
ADOS-II

May conduct a functional analysis of behavior
Uses appropriate data methods when assessing behavior through direct observation (ABC, time sampling, event recording)
Utilizes direct assessment measurement tools current in the field of ABA:
Determines the contextual influences on behavior:

physical environment
staff relationships
physical conditions
Identifies and writes behavioral goals and objectives based on the function of the behavior(s) targeted
Make treatment recommendations according to assessment results and write a clinical assessment summary as required for treatment authorization

Evaluates and documents client progress and program effectiveness:
Creates data sheets and supervises the collection of progress data as it is recommended within the treatment plan
Makes adjustments to behavioral goals and objectives as needed
Documents, summarizes and reports on progress data at least monthly
Creates and updates treatment and discharge plans on a routine basis
Schedules and heads monthly treatment plan review meetings with all treatment team members
Prepares and submits monthly/quarterly treatment plan progress reports, according to billing requirements
On an individual client basis, provide initial and ongoing training to Behavior Specialist staff assigned to deliver ABA treatment effectively and consistently:

Treatment plan procedures
ABA treatment session expectations
Data collection and graphing techniques
Family and related service provider training

Supports staff development:
Mentors behavior therapists who do not yet have certification, and may provide consultation to them on cases that they manage
Teaches positive behavior support strategies that can be universally applied
Provides insight on how we each influence the people around us with our own behaviors
Teach/train staff on the principles of behavior
Teaches appropriate and efficient methods of data collection
Teaches alternative strategies to avoid the use of physical interventions
Teach/train staff on the need for environmental modifications
Teach/train staff on prevention techniques
Teach/train staff on antecedents and consequences strategies

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Participates in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of the field and needs of individuals served
Attends meetings as required
Participates in work groups as assigned
Completes other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must have a Masters degree in a human services field
Hold current board certification as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Requires a valid driver's license.

COMPENSATION
Starting at $37.71 up to $50.21; commensurate with experience and qualifications
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Medical, dental and vision
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
401(k), including an employer match
Generous Paid Time Off plan
Education Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness

Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.


Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Human Services

Licenses & Certifications
Required
Behavior Analyst
Driver's License

Work Location: In person