Behavior Analyst BCBA

VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment•Lexington, VA

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About The Position

The Behavior Analyst collaborates with students’ IEP teams to provide educational and behavioral programming based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The role assesses student repertoires; develops and modifies individualized curricula; monitors skill acquisition; develops and oversees behavior support plans; creates data collection systems; and trains and supervises staff in ABA. The Behavior Analyst works with school staff to support student outcomes and a culture of excellence at VIA. The position contributes to IEP development through assessment, goal setting, progress reporting, and caregiver input. It develops individualized, empirically supported instructional programs and interventions for challenging behavior, monitors program data, and supports student transitions to less restrictive environments. The role also maintains family communication, trains and supervises staff, supports professional development, and takes a leadership role in classroom and school operations. This is a full-time position involving work with students who exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behavior and participation in community outings.

Requirements

Master’s degree in special education, psychology, or a related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Valid Virginia license in Behavior Analysis.
Extensive knowledge and skills in applied behavior analysis and evidence-based strategies for learners with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Special Education Teacher and IEP team to select, conduct, and review student assessments, including functional behavioral assessments and measures such as VB-MAPP and Essentials for Living.
Train staff to implement and interpret behavior analytic assessments, including VB-MAPP, ABLLS, and AFLS.
Prepare and present assessment results, data, and goals at Internal Student Review, Pre-IEP, and IEP meetings.
Collaborate with IEP teams to develop measurable goals, including goals addressing behavioral excesses and deficits, and identify acquisition, generalization, and maintenance targets.
Complete relevant sections of progress reports and report cards, and systematically solicit and document caregiver input during IEP development.
Develop and implement individualized, empirically supported behavior analytic programs for adaptive and meaningful skills in collaboration with the Special Education Teacher and IEP team.
Use appropriate ABA teaching methods, individualize reinforcement schedules, reinforce student skills, and ensure instruction follows VIA protocols and aligns with behavior support plans.
Train classroom staff on behavior analytic programs before classroom implementation and attend meetings with related and related-service providers at least quarterly.
Collaborate with the IEP team to develop and monitor transitions to less restrictive environments.
Develop a behavior support plan within 30 days of admission, using functional behavioral assessments to inform interventions for challenging behavior.
Review and revise behavior support plans when data indicate changes are needed, at least every six months; train staff before plans are introduced into the classroom.
Conduct functional analyses when appropriate and provide staff feedback on behavior plan implementation and behavior data collection.
Teach staff when antecedent strategies, direct interventions, and physical management should and should not be used.
Monitor program data weekly and make data-based instructional decisions; attend, lead, and document classroom meetings.
Review and/or collect interobserver agreement data monthly and conduct electronic data collection audits three and six months after IEP commencement.
Provide families with student progress data at least quarterly, opportunities to meet with staff, observe students, and receive training, and ongoing contact support as needed.
Participate in parent meetings and ensure parent training aligns with VIA policies and procedures.
Measure and provide feedback on classroom staff performance; train classroom and related-service staff in ABA techniques.
Participate in BCBA, SPED, and Behavior Technician interviews when requested and collaborate on behavior technician biannual performance evaluations.
Provide RBT supervision according to current BACB standards, including scheduling observations and trainings, administering RBT competencies, and auditing monthly tracking sheets for the 5% supervised service-hours requirement.
Provide field experience hours and supervision to BCBA/BCaBA candidates as needed, and deliver VIA new-hire training to assigned staff.
Assist with research protocols and staff development; maintain BCBA and Virginia licensure; present data at conferences when opportunities arise.
Take a leadership role in classrooms, community outings, meetings, and program events; ensure staff follow VIA policies and procedures.
Develop staffing and classroom schedules according to VIA systems, solve problems, mediate staff conflict, and maintain an organized and professional work environment and records.
Implement performance management systems consistently and champion special projects as requested by Directors.