BCBA Associate Director

Pioneer Resources•Muskegon, MI

20d•$0 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The BCBA Associate Director provides overall direction and development for Pioneer Resources’ ABA program. The role designs behavioral treatment for children and young adults with developmental disabilities, conducts assessments, and develops treatment plans focused on skill acquisition and behavior reduction in accordance with Applied Behavior Analysis guidelines. The position provides clinical guidance and professional supervision to Qualified Behavior Health Professionals (QBHPs), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs), and Behavior Analysis Technicians (BATs), and works with the ABA Program Manager on administrative oversight of program staff. The position reports directly to the Chief Clinical Officer. The position is full-time, averaging 40 or more hours per week, typically Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required, and the schedule may vary according to agency needs. Work is expected onsite, in the community, or at participants’ homes as needed, with some hybrid or remote opportunities subject to approval. Travel may be expected up to 25–50%, primarily locally; a personal vehicle is required, and some out-of-area or overnight travel may occur. The role works in close proximity to people, with moderate noise expected around participants. Most work takes place indoors at the center, in participants’ homes, or in the community, though brief outdoor work in all seasons may be required. Physical demands include medium work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, using fine and gross motor skills associated with working and playing with children, and standing or walking for extended periods.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a BACB-approved field of study.
Current BCBA certification in good standing for at least two years.
Current licensure in good standing as a behavior analyst in Michigan.
General knowledge of Michigan’s developmental disabilities system.
Solid knowledge of ABA principles and practices, including behavioral assessment and ethical standards in behavior analysis.
Knowledge of the behavioral impact of developmental disabilities and the cognitive, educational, vocational, and social challenges experienced by people with developmental disabilities.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks and goals for oneself and others.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
Effective negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with technology, including word-processing software and internet-based databases.
Ability to work as part of a team with intermittent supervision.
Ability to work respectfully and courteously with a wide variety of people.
Ability to pass required background checks, physicals, and drug screens.
Valid Michigan driver’s license, at least three years of driving experience, fewer than six points, and no exclusionary violations on driving record.
Ability to meet the position’s travel and physical demands, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and frequent lifting or carrying of up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least two years serving in an ABA role, with prior administrative supervisory experience preferred.
Two years of supervisory experience with qualified Behavior Analysis Technicians in accordance with BACB guidelines, as well as ongoing education for technicians on consumer treatment plans, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide formal and informal clinical guidance to QBHPs, BCaBAs, and BATs.
Represent the ABA Center of Pioneer Resources in assigned public outreach and advocacy activities.
Work with the ABA Program Manager and clinical leadership team to guide best-practice initiatives and program processes.
Coordinate development and implementation of behavior management protocols based on individual behavior intervention plans.
Model and assist with implementing behavior management techniques based on individual intervention plans.
Conduct initial participant assessments, review existing assessments, and conduct updated assessments at least every six months.
Write behavior intervention plans, monitor their implementation and effectiveness, and assist with and monitor data collection and plan implementation.
Provide direct support to technicians using ABA-approved methodologies to enhance teacher instruction.
Schedule and meet with technicians and families to provide research-based or peer-reviewed interventions.
Assist with developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) as requested.
Provide staff development to clinicians and technicians on effective interventions and positive behavioral supports and techniques.
Provide professional supervision to QBHPs, BATs, and BCaBAs as required by the BACB.
Provide direct administrative supervision to the ABA Program Manager and general oversight to program staff.
Collaborate with the ABA leadership team to create and maintain staff and client schedules.
Collaborate with the ABA leadership team to ensure staffing coverage for sick leave and vacations.
Communicate with the ABA leadership team, client families, and staff about day-to-day changes.
Complete required initial and updated trainings and comply with agency policies, procedures, safety programs, applicable laws and regulations, CARF standards, and LEAN initiatives.