BCBA

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health • Goleta, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking for a BCBA- opportunity with a positive work/life balance? Do you want to be a part of a stable organization that will support you and your work as a BCBA? If so, consider joining our Team as a BCBA here at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health! As a BCBA here at Devereux, you will collaborate with others who share your passion to help adults in need. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. Devereux California is nestled near the beaches between the Pacific Coast and Santa Ynez mountains, Devereux California is a therapeutic behavioral health treatment facility offering residential services, community living, day programs, and clinical services for adults with multiple diagnoses, including autistic spectrum disorders, emotional and/or behavioral differences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, dementia and other cognitive disorders. Our beautiful Santa Barbara campus overlooks the Pacific Ocean, and has been treating adults with co-occurring diagnoses in California since 1945. In this role, you will provide behavioral support services to individuals under our care. Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Applied Behavioral Analysis or related field
• BCBA certification required
• A minimum of two years of experience designing and implementing behavior modification intervention services is required
• Must have strong applied behavior analysis skills and significant experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorders-2 years minimum
• Significant experience writing Positive Behavior support plans and conducting FBA’s- 2 years minimum
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills and mastery of Microsoft Office applications
• Valid driver’s license must be maintained

Nice To Haves

• Training staff preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral support services to individuals under our care
• Conduct appropriate assessments (including functional behavioral assessments)
• Develop, implement and monitor behavioral support plans of assigned individuals
• Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team providing care and appropriate treatment to the ages and populations served
• Instruct staff, family members, and/or legal guardian/conservators’ on how to implement a behavior support plan using face-to-face instruction, role modeling and coaching
• Ensure that proper documentation is completed, and provide supervision to Behavior Specialists

Benefits

• ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered and student loan repayment, among other benefits!
• Flexibility to work remote occasionally
• Research opportunities and conference attendance and presentations
• Free continuing education (CEs) to maintain your BCBA credential, professional development opportunities, and tuition assistance
• Collaboration with other BA professionals and involvement in the development of ABA programs across Devereux’s continuum of services
• Best available, highest quality, low-cost benefit options
• Ability to work for a stable national non-profit that is guided by our mission: to change lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners
• Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app)
• Dental insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Preventative care
• Mental health services
• Student loan debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education assistance
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level