Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Dover, DE *In-Person Required*

Position Details:

• Local & Travel Candidates Accepted
• Duration: 34 weeks
• Hours: 37.5 / week
• Start Date: 8/19
• Float Requirement: 2-3 Schools (Float Schedule can be discussed)
• Feedback on Resume: 24-48 hours
• Interviews: Zoom (In-person can be requested for local candidates) 

Position Summary:

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides consultation, training, conducts behavioral evaluations, develops and implements Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programmatic therapeutic services, and develops behavior intervention plans for individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral deficits. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst acts as a program supervisor who educates, observes, assesses, and supervises behavioral service delivery in a clinic, home, or other setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts functional behavior assessments and educational assessments, accurately identifying the function of challenging behavior and socially valid, pivotal behaviors to target
• Defines and implements Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) curriculum based on well researched therapeutic strategies such as Discrete-Trial-Training (DTT), Pivotal-Response-Training (PRT), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), etc.
• Develops strong collaborative relationships and provides training to site staff to implement effective applied behavior analysis techniques. Provides ongoing support and training to related field staff ensuring treatment integrity and supporting professional growth
• Provides supervision hours for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) if applicable
• Investigates concerns and provides coaching when appropriate
• Determines prevention, intervention and consequence strategies utilizing non-aversive behavior change methods
• Collects, analyzes and reports data and other documentation within established time frames to ensure program validity and efficacy per contract guidelines
• Attends and presents behavioral progress at staff or client meetings

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, teaching, psychology or related field
• Preferred experience providing behavior analytic programs and services
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs