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JOB DESCRIPTION
The Behavior Analyst of the Pallotta School provides staff, students, caregivers, and school systems with support and treatment recommendations for students of the Pallotta School for both the Extended Evaluation program and Day School program. The Behavior Analyst works directly with students and families with BCBA services outlined on the students Individual Education Plan, in addition to other responsibilities as outlined by the Clinical Director. The Behavior Analyst is able to assess and intervene with students to address their developmental and behavioral needs. The Behavior Analyst works as part of a multidisciplinary academic and clinical team and oversees/guides the staff and caregivers on how to implement behavior modification plans with students as well as to assess student progress through data collection and analysis. The Behavior Analyst works in collaboration with the Clinical Director to provide staff trainings on behavior analytic principles and behavior management strategies. The Behavior Analyst collaborates with each students team, including family and caregivers or outside providers, in order to increase access to education curriculum and clinical programming.
The Behavior Analyst is focused on helping students achieve success and reach their fullest potential and independence. The Behavior Analyst works intensively with students and multidisciplinary team members in the school environment to establish behavior supports, help students develop independent skills, and teach students adaptive behavior skills. In collaboration with the Clinical Director, the Behavior Analyst will assist in overseeing the Positive Behavior Reinforcement System at the School, including collecting data, organizing materials, and providing feedback to staff on system implementation. In collaboration with the Pallotta School Clinical Team, caregiver support groups may be offered in the evening to teach behavior regulation techniques to families. Further, collaboration and consultation with residential team members for Residential Education students may be provided as needed. This is a salaried full-time position
The Behavior Analyst reports directly to the Clinical Director. This individual will provide inspiration to the students and school community, show loyalty, pride, and passion for working at IHC, and demonstrate hard work and creativity. The Behavior Analyst works in close collaboration with the educational and clinical staff to ensure the Pallotta School is capturing the perfect balance between academics and clinical and behavioral progress.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment and Treatment Planning
§ Develop positive connection and rapport with the student and family
§ Provide BCBA services as outlined on Individual Education Plan
§ Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments
§ Develop and modify Individual Behavior Support Plans based on results of Functional Behavior Assessments
§ Identify goals and objectives for Individual Education Plans based on Functional Behavior Assessments
§ Attend team and school meetings and perform school observations initially and regularly under direction of the Clinical Director
§ Design and supervise interventions; provide coaching and modeling for assistant teachers and teachers as well as caregivers based on evidence-based practices to implement objectives and teach replacement behaviors, such as Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Verbal Behavior, and Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
§ Run social skills programs for children and parent coaching groups
§ Address some of the following domains: functional communication, cognitive functioning, safety, socialization, play and leisure, community integration, vocational skills, coping and tolerance skills, self-advocacy skills, attending and social referencing, and reduction of maladaptive behaviors
§ Participation in planful and meaningful discharge processes
Documentation
§ Document Functional Behavior Assessment
§ Develop and maintain data collection system for behavioral progress for Individual Behavior Plans
§ Complete documentation for quarterly IEP progress reports and annual IEP goals and objectives
§ Conduct and document behavioral observations across relevant settings
§ Document work with collateral contacts
§ Provide discharge summary and recommendations upon student graduation or discharge from program
Collateral Contact
§ Work as part of multidisciplinary team and attend regular team meetings to discuss progress
§ Structure interviews with the child, family, and collaterals and provide leadership and modeling for strong teamwork
§ Communicate regularly with collaterals to obtain updated clinical information and provide updates about progress in treatment
§ Provide behavioral trainings to caregivers and residential staff, in addition to school staff, as needed and under the direction of the Clinical Director
Other duties
§ Provide behavioral crisis support as needed
§ Prepare and facilitate staff trainings
§ Attend weekly individual supervision, weekly team meeting, and mandatory on-boarding and annual trainings
§ Participate fully in supervision and respond to directives provided by supervisor; Be receptive to feedback
§ Follow all program policies and procedures
§ Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with LABA preferred
§ Superior interpersonal and teamwork skills
§ Ability to take initiative and guide behavioral treatment for youth
§ Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); ability to collect and interpret data in Excel or other software
§ Bilingual individuals strongly encouraged to apply (but not required)
§ Commitment to highest quality of care
§ Patience, empathy, compassion
§ Sound and appropriate judgment, especially during crises
§ Superior organizational skills; consistent and strong attention to detail
§ Discretion regarding confidentiality of clients/their histories, families, and co-workers
§ Demonstrated ability to model, teach, and support
§ Ability to understand and implement agency and program treatment philosophy
§ Flexibility in action, thinking, and scheduling; reliable
§ Demonstrated ability to accept and give critical feedback
§ Follow up and follow through on tasks; able to prioritize
§ Skilled in working autonomously to meet clients needs, complete documentation, make own schedule, and reach productivity expectations
§ Excellent verbal and written communication skills