What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) position at Covelo Group?
Overview
Covelo Group is seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our Educational Services team. If you’re looking for a rewarding career meeting the unique behavioral health needs of students in a school setting, this could be the role for you.
Covelo Group’s expert recruiters connect qualified allied health professionals with school districts across the U.S. We don’t place our applicants in just any job – we partner with you to match you with the right position to match your skills and advance your unique career goals.
Job Summary
As a school BCBA, you will support teachers, staff, and school administrators by working with students with behavior challenges in the classroom. In this role, you will conduct functional behavior assessments, develop behavioral intervention plans, and offer strategies to teachers and behavior techs to meet students’ individual behavioral needs.
You may also be asked to offer teacher and staff training and/or workshops on behavior management techniques for students with difficulty functioning in the classroom. Your professional insight will play an important role in preserving a positive learning environment for behaviorally challenged students, as well as their classmates and teachers. Your ultimate goal will be to help students learn to manage their behavior to optimize their own learning experience.
You may also be required to provide direct instruction to students with special behavioral needs. These students will vary in age from grades K-12, to be determined by the school district. Their behavior challenges may range from mild to moderate to severe. The level of intervention and support they require will be determined on a case-by-case basis, according to the parameters set forth in their individual education plans (IEP) or 504 plans.
We are looking for a versatile BCBA who is willing to collaborate with a diverse group of students, educators, and administrators. Our ideal applicant is compassionate, steady under pressure, and capable of meeting the needs of students who require a significant level of behavioral support.
Benefits Package
Competitive compensation
Health benefits eligibility after 30 days (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) retirement savings
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Master’s degree in behavioral science or related field from an accredited institution
Experience
Prior experience working in special education is preferred, but not required
Licensure and Certifications
Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification
BLS certification
At Covelo Group, we advocate for our candidates to secure the best possible compensation and benefits packages available. What’s more, we’ll guide you every step of the way, offering 24/7 on-call employer support. If you’re looking to take your school district healthcare career to the next level, we want to hear from you today!
