Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Description:

Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life! If you are looking for a fun, fulfilling career, GoldStar Learning Options is the place to be. We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to fill a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) position working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. We offer a supportive and upbeat work environment, flexible hours, and a diverse schedule to ensure you will never get bored. Join our team to discover your passion and help us make a difference!

We are seeking a Behavior Consult to provide support to a caseload of participants located at the GoldStar office in Westminster Colorado.

Position Description:

We are seeking enthusiastic and driven professionals to support, teach, and advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences and their families. Schedules will consist of creating individualized treatment plans for your participants, direct care staff supervision, observations in the home, school, community, or GLO facility, meetings with therapists and families, and other office work and meetings.

As a Behavior Consult, you will:

• SMALLER CASE LOAD! Oversee a caseload of 8 - 10 participants and their team of direct care providers.
• While working with the Clinical Manager, design and supervise individualized behavior intervention plans which include skill acquisition and replacement behavior goals for a caseload of participants; including data interpretation and adjusting interventions/programming based on individual needs.
• Assist in intake interviews and conduct initial observations and formal assessments.
• Write and submit progress reports bi-annually to parents and other professionals to facilitate collaboration, goal consistency and continuity of funding.
• Conduct and analyze formal assessments to include but not limited to VB-MAPP and ABLLS-R, as needed.
• Supervise therapists in Discrete Trial Training and Natural Environment Training teaching methods, data collection, and provide program-specific feedback.
• Conduct parent training sessions and regular parent check-in meetings.
• Conduct team meetings with participant’s behavior intervention team.
• Collaborate with teachers and other service providers to ensure the highest quality of care.
• Participate in weekly or bi-weekly check-in meetings with the Clinical Manager or other supervisor(s) as well as bi-monthly Behavior Consult team meetings
• Have the capability and willingness to attend, cover and/or participate in direct sessions, as needed
• Maintain a billable caseload of at least 28 hours per week
• Provide ongoing supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).

Qualifications:

• Active certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in applied behavior analysis or related field (psychology, special education, early childhood education/development, etc.)
• A minimum of 2 years providing direct care using applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• A minimum of 2 years supervising cases; including but not limited to developing behavior intervention plans based on the principles of ABA.
• Strong clinical experience - at least 1 year post-graduate ABA experience in the school, clinic, or community setting.
• Experience conducting behavior analytic assessments such as ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, EFL, AFLS, PEAK, etc.
• Clinical competency in applied behavior analysis methodologies including functional behavior assessments, discrete trial training, verbal behavior analysis, incidental teaching, shaping, chaining, modeling, imitation, task analyses, motivational methodologies, and reinforcement procedures.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs on a regular basis and ability to help clients who require physical assistance.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental differences of all ages preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Clean (or low points) on driving record.
• Clean background check required.
• Dependable, reliable, and able to set and meet deadlines
• Works collaboratively with other medical and service providers across environments (teachers, therapists, etc.)
• Availability to work 35-40 hours per week
• CPR Certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire)
• Organizational and time management skills

What we offer…

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience ($68,000-$85,000)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage plans available – Company matches up to 50% of medical coverage (depending on length of employment)
• IRA (GLO offers a generous match)
• Aflac coverage (optional)
• Paid drive time and mileage
• Paid training
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Up to 4 weeks per year (depending on the length of employment) for full and part-time employees
• Paid Sick Leave: Up to 48 hours per year
• Individualized training and support throughout employment
• Opportunities for advancement
• Certified employees are eligible for CEU reimbursements
• Services provided on site, in clinic or with company vehicles– NO commuting within the workday!
• Work-life balance – all workplace activities will occur M-F between the hours of 8am-5pm
• Paid lunch when eating on-site (available for support)
• Weekly community outing opportunities to work on the generalization of skills and increase social opportunities
• Yearly stipend for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Administrative and office support for all non-clinical need

Services provided across the lifespan, creating a diverse workplace environment

Small caseload maintains the opportunity for appropriate delivery of services

Floating holiday

About GoldStar Learning Options

GoldStar Learning Options (GLO) is an innovative agency dedicated to serving individuals with psychological, intellectual, and developmental differences. We pride ourselves on providing quality services for our families that aim to maximize each participant’s strengths and abilities, so that they may achieve their greatest potential. GLO provides services throughout the lifespan of all participants across all environments. Our holistic approach helps support each participant in achieving their unique goals and ensures consistency.

GLO started with 4 employees in 2012 and is now at over 70 team members and growing! We will only continue to expand, and as a result, we are eager to find individuals willing to take on additional roles and responsibilities. If you are ready for a rewarding career with opportunity for advancement, GoldStar is the place for you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Incentive program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday