Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - SBS Frederick County, MD

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5,000 Sign On Bonus after 90-days (probationary period)

Physical Location :  Varies based on the candidate preferred position.

School Locations Available :

Tuscarora High School (Pyramid)

Governor Thomas Johnson High School

Ballenger Creek Middle School (Pyramid)

Walkersville Elementary School Expressions

Walkersville High School (Pyramid).

Client Needs : Some students have ASD, intellectual disabilities, behavioral disabilities, other disabilities, or may not yet be identified with any disability.

Start Date : ASAP

Contract Length : 2024-25 school year

Brief Overview : BCBA will need to provide services as-needed, observations, including direct and indirect support, coordination of care, parent / staff training, meetings (i.e. IEPs, BSP creation), Creation of program materials, etc. assessments, treatment planning, data collection, etc. 40 hours hours / week.

Schedule : Flexible within typical school hours, based on student needs. The provider will likely make a consistent schedule with the district but needs to be able to accommodate meetings or observations at various times throughout the school day when needed.

Position Description & Qualifications :

• Writes assessment reports based on initial assessment including behavior support recommendations.
• Collaborates with school teams and families in the development of behavior support strategies.
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Writes reports and develops Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Develops data collection forms.
• Trains staff in implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans and recommended strategies and monitors implementation.
• Conducts staff training on topics in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Monitors and provides support for staff in the use of ABA strategies and procedures.
• Participates in regularly scheduled Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings at schools and initial student interviews / assessments.
• Regularly assess and monitor student progress. Provides ongoing support one-on-one or in a small group setting in one or more schools.
• Reviews skill acquisition and behavior data on a regular basis.
• Modifies Behavior Intervention Plans and skill programs as needed.
• Coordinates / Collaborates with the Special Education Coordinator and central office personnel regularly.
• Assists with development of materials for behavior support and skill training.
• Supports school teams at Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings as needed to review progress, data, and develop IEP goals.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills in working with a variety of team members.
• Supervises BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts) and RBTs (Registered Behavior Technicians) when applicable.
• Complies with all rules and regulations set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.
• Writes assessment reports based on initial assessment including behavior support recommendations.
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Writes reports and develops Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Develops data collection forms.
• Maintain quality standards in regard to HIPPA compliance.
• Experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, of all ages.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in the US.
• Ability to relocate or travel to office location (in person required).
• Active Board certification – passed the BACB exam for behavior analysts.
• Licensure details if needed get added here!
• Master’s degree in applied Behavior Analysis, education, or related field.
• Current 8-hour supervision certificate – certified to provide supervision to RBT’s and has supervisory experience. Experience utilizing behavioral skills training.

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