What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) position at Easterseals Louisiana?
Description
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all areas of programming including the training of ABA Therapist and Interventionists (if applicable)
- Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
- Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for clients and their families
- Provide model teaching and other direct instructional support including, but not limited to, practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction, caretaker/family training, and in-service instruction to other support professionals.
- Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, and develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate replacement behaviors and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
- Work collaboratively with staff and families to promote positive student behavior by providing professional development that targets research, evidenced-based strategies, and modeling of instructional practices to support staff in their implementation of positive support
- Create an ongoing data collection system to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and analyze data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming.
- Assist in the development of behavior plans/treatment plans for all consumers with a focus on teaching and other antecedent strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s).
- Engage children/families on the waiting list for admission to ESL Chartwell Center to provide supportive services/ABA instruction until full admission to the school.
- Develop and provide a menu of ABA-oriented training to provide for caregivers/families in the home setting.
- Become certified in the Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS) model of care and assist in the development of a clinic where this service can be provided at the ESL Chartwell Center during after-school hours.
- Meet as needed with supervised staff to discuss ongoing consumer issues and to provide support when necessary.
- Submit mileage reimbursement as needed for OPSB not to exceed 25 miles for travel to other schools.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in applied behavior analysis, special education, psychology or related discipline
- Current State Licensed and Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (as certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
- Preferred - Classroom teaching experience
- Keep current with the literature, new research findings, and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCaBA certification are necessary
- Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills. Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Training is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a positive collaborative relationship among staff
- Experience working with various funding streams and other third-party sources
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficient in computer skills, especially using Outlook, Word, Excel, and customized databases
- Understanding and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with staff and clients in all circumstances
- Program development, evaluation, solid organizational skills, and public speaking
- Good interpersonal skills, ability to relate well with persons from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural groups
- Demonstrates initiative, self-motivation, practical learning skills, enthusiasm, and an ability to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner
- The employee is regularly required to operate a computer, file and retrieve written documents, communicate with others on the phone and in person;
- The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands, and lift and/or move lightweight items;
- Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
- This position requires travel to and from partnering schools. Individuals must have reliable transportation.
- Work is performed in a normal office environment and a school environment.
- Valid Louisiana Driver’s License
