Bc-Aba

Reaching Beyond Limits•Scranton, PA

10d

About The Position

The BC-ABA supports individuals and their families by coordinating and providing Applied Behavior Analysis services, functional analyses and assessments, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life-skills support. The role oversees programming by associate behavior analysts and provides ongoing support and supervision to Behavior Technicians in implementing and documenting treatment plans. The BC-ABA develops and implements assessments and treatment plans, establishes systems for collecting and analyzing client data, trains and supervises staff, and provides consultation to families, community partners, and agencies. The position also maintains records and communications, stays current with relevant research and resources, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Pennsylvania behavior specialist license.
Competence in behavior management, instruction, oral and written communication, organization, and interpersonal relations.
Ability to work with clients of varying ages and functional abilities with minimal direction.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to respond promptly to phone calls, text messages, and emails.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships.
Required clearances and training: Child Abuse clearance, FBI Fingerprint Check, and PATCH clearance dated within five years (60 months) of hire; Mandated Reporter Training dated within one year (365 days) of hire.

Responsibilities

Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight of programming, including the work of Behavior Technicians.
Assist with developing, facilitating, and following up on Applied Behavior Analysis training.
Help develop and identify resources and support information for clients and their families.
Provide model teaching and direct instructional support, including practicum supervision and teaching, class instruction, and in-service instruction for support professionals.
Assist in developing and implementing assessment tools; conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate; and establish strategies to teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
Provide ongoing support and training to Behavior Technicians in ABA principles, methodology, and behavior-reduction strategies.
Establish ongoing data-collection systems to set baselines and measure program effectiveness, and analyze data frequently to inform programming.
Develop behavior and treatment plans for clients, focusing on teaching and antecedent strategies to reduce problematic behaviors.
Meet with supervised staff as needed to discuss client issues and provide support.
Review and sign off on treatment-plan training for field staff and provide field supervision.
Provide consultation and maintain communication with other supports, parents, community members, and community agencies.
Stay current with relevant literature, research findings, and resources.
Maintain data, paperwork, and communications between personal care staff and families, and provide ongoing feedback to government-related agencies contracting with families.
Perform other duties as assigned.