Behaviorist or BCaBA

Laradon•Denver, CO

2d•$70,000 - $92,500•Onsite

About The Position

Laradon has been a leader in advocacy, education, and support for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 75 years. We are looking for talented and dedicated team members to carry our legacy forward. If you genuinely care about providing youth and/or adults with a sense of direction and hope, then you’ll get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of youth and/or adults, but the community as a whole. Laradon staff work extremely hard and are challenged every day, but they play a key role in supporting the well-being of the individuals that we serve. We are seeking a BCBA to support the Laradon School. Reporting to the Behavior Services Coordinator, this role will support Laradon’s mission by coordinating the behavioral treatment services of the students in Laradon’s Alternative School. Develop evidence-based behavior plans that address behavior and skills deficits as well as behaviors that place the person or others at risk. Train and support staff to assist them in utilizing appropriate interventions and behavior management techniques.

Requirements

Board Certified Behavior Analyst or ability to obtain certification within six months
Master’s degree in behavior science.
At least three years of experience working with adolescence and young adults with self-injurious behaviors and other aggression
Therapeutic experience preferable.
Valid driving license, good driving record, vehicle insurance preferred.
Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; stamina to be on feet and active for full work days; ability to speak or exchange information in an audible manner.

Responsibilities

Develop, train classroom staff on Behavior Intervention Plans and Crisis Intervention Plans. Oversee and review monthly and revise.
Collect data and assess targeted behaviors for caseload of students, creation and implementation of strategies to change behavior and development of long term maintenance plans. Continuous assessment and modification of plans.
Participate in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process including complete monthly and quarterly reports.
Manage a caseload of students including consult with parents and team members and complete required paperwork.
Develop and implement skill acquisition plans that teach functional skills.
Provide crisis intervention and support to students and staff.
Seek input and maintain effective communication with classroom teams and outside entities.
Work collaboratively with other professionals to meet the needs of individual students in the classroom milieus.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
As Laradon is a small employer and employees work in a collaborative, team environment, employee must be physically present in the office to perform his/her job functions.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/FSA
401(k) + 4% Match
9 Weeks of Paid School Breaks/Holidays and 100 Hours of Accrued Paid Time Off Annually
Bilingual Pay Differential
Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Laradon is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Long Term Disability, Life, Cancer, Accident, and Pet Insurance
Referral Bonuses (get paid to work with friends!)
Development, job growth, and internal training
The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated
CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employees.