Behaviorist

Calais School•Whippany, NJ

About The Position

The Calais School is a state-approved provider of special education for students with special needs. The school serves students in grades K – 12+ with multiple learning disabilities. It is our goal to help each and every child realize and build on their strengths and gifts. We are committed to cultivating the potential of every student, making a difference, one child at a time. Our employees know firsthand all the benefits of working for The Calais School and how we foster a culture of collaboration, teamwork and the highest service and support to our students. We are currently looking for an experienced BCBA to add to our staff. This position is flexible and can be a full time or a part time position. The primary function of the Behaviorist is to plan, develop, and monitor a variety of behavioral support service delivery options to meet the needs of students. This includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Requirements

Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, or significant current progress towards meeting certification requirements.
A Master's degree in special education, psychology, or related field, with specialized knowledge of behavioral health and treatment philosophies and professional practices.
New Jersey state license as a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LBA)
A minimum of three years of recent experience working with individuals who have autism spectrum disorders and their families.
Knowledge of current methods and techniques of applied behavior analysis; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, parents, and professionals; competence in analyzing assessment results, designing appropriate individual treatment plans and behavioral programs, and monitoring progress.
Must be able to work effectively as a team member, demonstrate flexibility and desire to learn new skills and improve professional qualifications, and travel independently in rural/remote locations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with K-21 students is preferred.

Responsibilities

Consults with teachers and instructional team members regarding pro-active, educational, programming, and behavioral supports.
Develops and implements comprehensive treatment plans.
Collaborates with team members, related services providers, families, and other agencies as appropriate.
Monitors student progress and adjust interventions as needed.
Tracks the effectiveness of intervention plans and modify them based on data and student response.
Assists the therapeutic team when planning for crisis management on de-escalation strategies for students who require this as part of their treatment.
Participates in Individualized Education Program’s (IEP’s) and collaborate with parents, teachers, and other specialists to develop behavioral goals and benchmarks within IEPs.
Provides social skills instruction by utilizing evidence-based practices to help students develop positive social skills.
Has the ability to problem-solve and assist in decision-making, including during emergencies or when a supervisor is not onsite.
Maintains current status regarding assigned core competencies and other required certification acquisition within established schedule and timelines.
Maintains a high level of organization for file maintenance and record keeping.