Behavior Analyst

FRIENDSHIP HOUSE•Scranton, PA

7d•$65,000 - $94,560•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Analyst will provide clinical direction of services to a child, youth, or young adult. This includes developing and revising the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP), overseeing its implementation, and consulting with the treatment team. For the BA position, this involves applying ABA-based assessments and interventions, developing behavior plans, and teaching methods to caregivers, teachers, BHT-ABAs, and other stakeholders. The role requires providing clinical treatment as indicated in the ITP, utilizing evidence-based assessment and treatment protocols, and identifying resources and clinical problems requiring other professionals. The Behavior Analyst will also provide clinical support and guidance to treatment team members, train them on specific concepts and interventions, and maintain effective communication and documentation. Independent management of time, schedule, and team coordination is expected. Timely and accurate completion of encounter forms and clinical documentation in the Electronic Health System is required, along with maintaining client records in accordance with good clinical practice. The role involves scheduling and sharing periodic treatment conferences and completing client assessments and treatment plan reports in the agency format. The Behavior Analyst will coordinate each child's treatment plan, ensuring regular updates and report quality. Maintaining competency through continuing education and supervision is also a responsibility.

Requirements

Be a Licensed Psychologist, Professional Counselor (LPC), Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT).
Be a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Behavior Specialist (LBS) or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CNRP).
Have a BCBA or other graduate-level certification in behavior analysis.
Current FBI Clearance
Child Abuse Clearance
PA Criminal History Check
Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to pass a Pre-employment Physical and Drug Test.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical direction of services to a child, youth or young adult.
Develop and revise the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP).
Oversee the implementation of the ITP.
Consult with a child’s, youth’s or young adult’s treatment team regarding the ITP.
Apply ABA based assessments and interventions.
Develop behavior plans which include teaching methods for caregivers, teachers, BHT-ABA’s and other relevant stakeholders.
Provide clinical treatment as indicated in the child, youth or young adult’s ITP across assigned caseload for hours indicated monthly.
Utilize applicable evidence based assessment and treatment protocols and intervention to address presenting problems across targeted goals and objectives.
Identify resources and clinical problems that require other professionals and or service entities and collaborating with ABA Clinical Director to assist the client with access.
Provide clinical support and guidance to treatment members which includes training on specific concepts and interventions in order to transfer skill.
Maintain consistent and effective communication across team members and document communication.
Independent management of time, schedule and coordination of team members when necessary.
Timely and accurate completion of encounter forms and clinical documentation in the Electronic Health System to confirm the completion of scheduled appointments within the stated time frames of the Department.
Maintain client records in accordance with good clinical practice.
Schedule and share periodic treatment conferences for each child to the treatment team.
Complete and generate client assessments and treatment plan reports that are in the agency format written with clinical efficacy and accuracy.
Be the coordinating person for each child’s treatment plan including ensuring regular updates and the quality of each report.
Maintain competency within scope of practice via continuing education and supervision as scheduled by the ABA Clinical Director.