BOARD CERTIFIED ASSISTANT BEHAVIOR ANALYST

LOGAN Community Resources, Inc.•Benton Heights, MI

9d•$48,000 - $53,000•Onsite

About The Position

The (BCaBA) Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst will be a staff member in Autism Services. The major focus of this position is to provide training and support to the front-line staff implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs through supervision and program development. (BCABA) Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts are responsible for developing and supervising the implementation of behavior and treatment plans for the individuals we serve. This position will directly report to a Senior Board-Certified Behavior Analyst or Assistant Clinical Director.

Requirements

BCaBA certification through the BACB
Master’s Degree in Psychology or related field, or in graduate school working towards BCBA, and have taken and passed the BCaBA certification exam, through the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB)
Strong knowledge of & experience with autism spectrum disorder, including assessment and treatment
Excellent ability to communicate with families and other professionals
Experience developing and conducting trainings for various audiences.
Ability to sit & use computer keyboard
Ability to kneel, bend, & reach
Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day
Ability to engage in crisis management during client behavior
Must be certified as a BCABA by the relevant CMH’s

Nice To Haves

BCBA preferred and required asap, must be eligible to take exam based on education/graduation, and hours completion, and have plans to take the exam within 6 months

Responsibilities

Lead by example, displaying timeliness in arrival, work completion and treatment plan submission.
Complete treatment plan reviews with insurances companies (when needed).
Complete assessments for assigned clients.
Develop, monitor, and modify the implementation of treatment plans for clients
Present treatment plan to the insurance provider in a timely manner to ensure appropriate authorization and/or continuation of care.
Provide Supervision to Behavior Technicians on all aspects of implementing high-quality ABA programs and their revisions.
Provide direct therapy for clients as needed.
Develop effective behavior plans.
Receive crisis prevention training and supervise the implementation of crisis prevention.
Assist in intakes when requested
Work with other Center staff and home staff to make sure the therapy location is a safe and healthy environment. Report housekeeping and/or maintenance needs as they arise to Management.
Provide information to the accounting department needed for billing for services provided with accuracy and within the designated time frame through EMR system.
Learn insurance codes and billing necessities for insurance companies, to provide accurate and update information to staff and EMR system.
Maintain a positive and respectful relationship with families and maintains appropriate professional boundaries with families, colleagues and other staff.
Demonstrate cultural competency in providing consistent high-quality services to individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultural circumstances.
Complete parent meetings for each client as assigned by the Clinical Director or by treatment plan.
Meet supervision requirements per approved treatment plans.
Assist in, or complete interviews for new hires to ensure staff are available for clients.
Provide recommendations and resources for home programs and goals to encourage consistency and reinforcement for ABA programs outside of therapy.
Assist Lead Behavior technicians in daily coverage assignments for clients.
Responsible for the health & safety of individuals served
Represent LOGAN in a positive way in the community.
Serve as an advocate to protect the dignity & human rights of individuals served.
Serve as an example for staff in terms of good employee practices, including (but not limited to) excellent attendance and strict adherence to LOGAN policies.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Accruing Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental/Orthodontia, and Vision plans
Rx Help Prescription Cost Assistance Program
403(B) Traditional and ROTH retirement plans – Company match of up to 3% after 1 year of service
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)& Health Spending Account (HSA)
Long-term disability and Reliance Standard Supplemental Insurance Plans (Short-term disability, critical illness, acceded, accidental death & dismemberment)
$15,000 company paid life insurance
Full time employees eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee-Referral incentive for qualifying positions