BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST(BCBA)

SUMMARY OF JOB

Responsible for developing effective ABA therapy treatment plan for children, providing supervision and training to staff to oversee treatment fidelity, and collobating with colleagues in an engetic and supportive environment and focused on quality and ethics.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST(BCBA):

• Provide regular training and support to direct care staff implementing treatment protocols in home, school, and community settings
• Complete functional behavior assessments (FBAs), functional analyses (FA), and design behavior intervention plans for clients, to include follow through and support assistance for correct implementation
• Design skill acquisition protocols inclusive of developing communication, social skills, independence, and behavior skill sets
• Regularly review and analyze data to determine program and treatment outcomes and train and support staff on correct data collection measures
• Provide oversight to cases, staff and family to make sure all company policies are followed and that treatment is provided according to ethical and best standards of practice
• Provide regular training to parents and multidisciplinary professionals pertaining to applications of ABA
• Comply with organization, state and federal regulations set forth to include professional development, safety training, confidentiality policies, and adhere to the BCBA task list
• Work collaboratively with other therapists, providers, BCBAs, and school staff for effective programs
• Demonstrate positive attitude and professional and ethical conduct at all times

Participate in all team meetings and company wide trainings as designated by supervisor and organization

• Maintain good standing and certification status with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB®)
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS Of BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST(BCBA)

• Hold a certification as a BCBA or BCaBA and be in good standing with the BACB®.
• Hold a COBA licence
• Experience with designing treatment protocols, behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition programs using behavior analytic principles with individuals with developmental disabilities and autism
• Experience collaborating with other professionals and therapist to implement practices and principles of ABA in home, community, and school settings
• Experience with delivering direct instruction/implementation of skill & behavior protocols
• Experience training staff, parents, and direct care workers in implementation of ABA
• Completed the supervision and ethics requirements outlined by the BACB®
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid requirements

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under limited supervision and much decision-making carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.