What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) position at Tangram, Inc.?
Description
A Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a professional who studies the behavior of children and adults to help address problematic behaviors.
BCBA responsibilities include:
· Observing patients and assessing their behavior
· Meeting with families, teachers, or doctors to discuss the patient’s treatment and progress and recommend ways to address behavioral issues
· Developing individual plans to correct, maintain, or improve certain behaviors
· Create simulated conditions where you will observe the behavior of each client
· Formulate an appropriate treatment plan that is sensitive to clients’ cognitive, social, emotional, and sensory needs
· Follow the Assent methodology.
· Administer treatment and tailor interventions as needed
· Suggest additional treatment by other professionals as required
· Operate within time, financial, and other resource constraints
· Remain abreast of changes in research on evidence-based practices
· Advocate for the inclusion of individuals with disorders and disabilities within society
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Assent-based applied behavior analysis
- Pro-active intervention strategies
- Recognizing Assent Withdrawal
- Understand the Principles of Reinforcement
- Developmental processes of children/adolescents
- Interpersonal skills needed to manager crisis situations.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and other technology.
Education and Experience:
·· Experience working with ages 10 through young adults with developmental disabilities and/or unique learning needs
· Board Certification
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting or working on a computer.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Repetitive physical activity such as data entry.
