Behavioral Consultant Job - #449

North County Regional•Los Angeles, CA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

North Los Angeles County Regional Center “NLACRC” is a private, non-profit agency that is contracted with the State of California, Department of Developmental Services, to provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. NLACRC is one of the largest regional centers in California and has proudly served the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, and Antelope Valley since 1974. We serve individuals across the lifespan from infants and toddlers, school age children, transition-age youth, to adults and aging adults. The BCBA serves as a key clinical member in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities across the lifespan. This role provides high‑quality behavioral consultation, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and helps shape service plans that improve quality of life for individuals and their families. This is an opportunity to apply your clinical expertise within California’s state‑funded Regional Center system; an environment grounded in statute, person‑centered planning, and lifelong support for individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will support individuals across all age groups, providing behavior‑analytic guidance that is informed by statutory requirements while contributing to a mission‑driven nonprofit that values informed clinical judgment, creativity, and compassionate care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, counseling, education, or related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Minimum 2 years of professional experience providing behavioral services, consultation, or assessments to individuals with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, or emotional/behavioral needs
Developmental disabilities and mental health conditions
Behavioral assessment methods (e.g., direct observation, FBA, FA, checklists, reinforcement assessments)
Behavior intervention plan design, instructional programming, and data‑based decision‑making
Motivational systems and ABA‑based intervention models
Ethical and legal standards in behavioral service delivery
Community systems of care and multidisciplinary team practices
Expertise in behavioral assessment, intervention design, and data‑driven problem solving
Strong communication and interpersonal skills across diverse populations
High level of professionalism, empathy, and collaborative practice
Ability to organize priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet timelines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related applications
Ability to clearly summarize clinical information and present recommendations
Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation (or acceptable substitute)

Responsibilities

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and provide expert clinical recommendations to enhance consumer support and outcomes.
Serve as a liaison and consultant to partner agencies, programs, and service providers.
Support resolution of service or care‑coordination concerns between families, vendors, and providers.
Review records and conduct on‑site observations to make person‑centered program recommendations.
Conduct behavioral observations in a variety of settings, such as homes, group homes, day programs, and community environments.
Review behavioral data and incident reports; collaborate with Consumer Services Coordinators and service providers on interventions, risk considerations, and service needs as part of comprehensive risk mitigation.
Collaborate with consulting psychiatrist regarding differential diagnosis, behavioral considerations, and medication‑related questions.
Provide expert testimony related to ABA within due process hearings when needed.
Deliver training and coaching to regional center employees and service providers on behavioral principles, best practices, and implementation strategies.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, recommendations, and consultations using various internal tracking systems.
Follow all ethical, legal, and regulatory standards related to service delivery and applied behavior analysis.
Travel to NLACRC offices in SFV, SCV, AV, consumer homes, programs, or community locations using reliable transportation.

Benefits

Health Insurance - NLACRC pays the full cost of coverage for certain Medical plans for employee only. We also provide a generous contribution to additional plans that the employee may select for employee only or employee and dependents costs.
Dental Insurance – NLACRC pays the full cost of the Dental DMO Plan for employees and eligible dependents. We also offer a Dental PPO plan with a low employee monthly contribution for employees and eligible dependents
Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care expenses
Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for eligible dependent care expenses
No cost Life, Accidental Death & Disability, Long Term Disability Insurance for employees
No cost Vision plan for employees and eligible dependents
Retirement plan - NLACRC is a member of CalPERS which is a defined benefit plan that provides a monthly retirement allowance for eligible employees
NLACRC offers two (2) deferred compensation plans - 457 and 403(b)
Participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Paid Time Off – Eligible for 3 weeks of accrued vacation in the first year, 8 hours per month sick time, education, wellness and sabbatical time
Holidays – NLACRC offers 12 paid holidays throughout the year
Most positions are offered a hybrid – remote option