Description

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Children’s Clinics is seeking a Full-Time Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Located in beautiful Tucson, Arizona, Children’s Clinics is a welcoming, integrated, outpatient medical facility serving Southern Arizona’s children and their families. We provide over 25 medical and dental specialty clinics, primary care, behavioral health and outpatient rehabilitative therapy. The Clinic is centrally located and easily accessible. Join our team if you are mission driven and seeking a rewarding and fun career opportunity.

In addition to competitive salary, we provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Group Term Life in addition to voluntary life insurance
• Corporate Care (sick child/adult/pet)
• Pet Care program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Supplemental insurance
• And more…

As a member of the Patient and Family Services team, the Board Certified Behavioral Analyst will join a strong transdisciplinary team serving a diverse patient population consisting primarily of children with complex medical needs including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, neurogenic/neurologic disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and down syndrome. The Board Certified Behavioral Analyst will develop, assess, oversee, implement and monitor Behavioral Support Plans of assigned individuals.

Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analyses, Education, Psychology or related field by an accredited educational institution, with more than two years of relevant pediatric experience preferred. Must be a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) via the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and must be a Licensed Behavior Analyst in Arizona. BLS/CPR certification required. Experience with EMR/EHR (NextGen) a plus. Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful.

Qualifications

SUMMARY

This position performs psychological/behavioral assessments for assigned patient and assesses psychological and program needs of assigned individuals. Develops, assesses, oversees implements and monitors Behavioral Support Plans of assigned individuals. Conducts appropriate assessments (including functional behavioral assessments and/or analyses) to develop or modify BSP’s as well as determine the efficacy of each plan. Provides ongoing training to clinical staff in the implementation of behavior programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments/Analyses as assigned

Conduct curricular assessments as assigned

Develop Behavior Intervention Plans for clients in a timely and efficient manner

Train caregivers and staff on the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans using competency based training documentation

Graph, analyze and interpret data on the occurrence of target behaviors and replacement behaviors

Complete monthly, quarterly and annual summaries/reports/ updates within the requirements of funding source

Complete detailed service logs documenting how services were delivered

Assess clients’ needs for therapy and provide ongoing treatment

Train, model and provide feedback on the implementation of the behavior plan to caregivers

Performs standard assignments within own job functions. Expanding knowledge of fundamental theories, practices, procedures, and concepts within the job’s function.

Identifies and solves a range of problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions and assesses each using established procedures. Analyzes developments in the field for others.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Children’s Clinics with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

NOTE: The core functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirement of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent’s immediate manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.
• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA laws.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, technology and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standard.
• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols and written.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analyses, Education, Psychology or related field.

Experience: Must have two plus years of relevant experience.

Licenses and Certificates: Must be a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) via the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and must be a Licensed Behavior Analyst in Arizona.

AGE OF PATIENTS ATTENDED BY EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION

Check all that apply:

___ N/A ___ Neonatal (newborn) _X_ Pediatric (birth-13) _X_ Young Adult (14-21) __ Adult (21-65)

FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE

Employees are required to maintain a current Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card. Proof of a current fingerprint clearance card must be received within 90 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may potentially be exposed to infectious organisms during routine and emergency situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.

BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN CATEGORY: 2

Category 1: Performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Use of appropriate protective measures should be required.

Category 2: Performs tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue but employment may require performing unplanned Category 1 tasks. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue but exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate protective measure should be readily available.

Category 3: Performs tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue and Category 1 tasks are not a condition of employment. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissues.

Children’s Clinics reserves the right to make changes to this document at any time in accordance with business needs. This document is not intended to list all duties of the job. It is descriptive only of the chief duties and responsibilities.