BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Orange County
About The Position
SpringHealth Behavioral Health & Integrated Care is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to provide individualized, evidence-based behavioral services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and mental health needs. The role uses positive programming and non-aversive strategies to help clients build skills, overcome barriers, and improve their health and well-being. Services may take place in family or residential homes, schools, workplaces, and other community settings, depending on client needs. The position offers flexible schedules and work-from-home flexibility when not providing in-person services. The behavior analyst assesses client needs, supports implementation of behavior intervention plans, monitors progress, trains staff and other team members, and maintains clinical documentation. The role also involves coordinating with families, supervisors, direct care staff, and other professionals, and participating in interdisciplinary meetings. The position requires reliable transportation and the ability to perform physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, bending, and repeatedly moving between seated and standing positions. State-specific credential and education requirements apply.
Requirements
- Experience with behavioral intervention and/or a strong educational emphasis on learning and developmental psychology.
- At least two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or a behaviorally challenged population.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and regularly move from seated to standing.
- State-specific qualifications apply: Illinois accepts a BCBA, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, BCaBA, or a bachelor's degree with 1,500 hours of supervised experience under a Licensed Psychologist or BCBA.
- Indiana requires a master's degree in a human-related field, including credentials such as BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Counselor.
- Kentucky requires a master's degree in a human-related field and two years of experience, including credentials such as BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Counselor.
- Georgia requires a master's degree in psychology, special education, counseling, social work, or a related field, or specified professional credentials. Applicants must also have at least two years of experience providing positive behavioral supports to people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and documented Applied Behavior Analysis coursework on a resume or transcript.
- California requires BCBA or BCaBA certification.
- Virginia requires a BCBA, BCaBA, Licensed Psychologist, PBSF, LPC, LSW, or LCSW with training and experience and/or documented Applied Behavior Analysis coursework on a resume or transcript.
- Texas requires a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychological Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or BCBA.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ongoing assessments to meet the needs of patients served.
- Communicate with supervisors, direct care staff, family members, guardians, and other collateral individuals about client progress.
- Provide supervisors with a monthly schedule of appointments, home visits, and observations to monitor work advancement.
- Coordinate home, work, and community-based visits for observations, chart reviews, staff interviews, and data analysis.
- Ensure Behavior Intervention Plans are implemented effectively and properly.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and other pertinent meetings as required.
- Complete monthly and/or quarterly progress notes.
- Organize training and certify that staff and other team members are competent in implementing Behavior Intervention Plans and/or documentation sheets.
- Provide follow-up interviews, home visits, and observations to support individuals’ continuing needs.
- Maintain strong clinical records so information is readily available to interested parties.
- Act as a liaison with the public and mental health community to support the development of ongoing goals.
- Assist in creating procedures and training materials to improve programs for individuals served.
- Complete continuing education on behaviorally based interventions and techniques.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules that support work-life balance.
- Work-from-home flexibility when not providing in-person services.
- Opportunity to work with both children and adults.
- Variety through multiple populations and community-based settings.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Meaningful, individualized work with visible impact.
- A supportive environment focused on high-quality, person-centered care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
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