BOARD CERTIFIED ASSISTANT BEHAVIOR ANALYST

LOGAN Community Resources, Inc.•Benton Heights, MI

7d•$48,000 - $53,000

About The Position

The Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) is a staff member in LOGAN Community Resources’ Autism Services. The role focuses on training and supporting front-line staff who implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs, through supervision and program development. The BCaBA develops behavior and treatment plans for individuals served and supervises their implementation. The position reports directly to a Senior Board-Certified Behavior Analyst or Assistant Clinical Director. LOGAN is a nonprofit organization serving the Michiana community. It supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in achieving their desired quality of life, and envisions a community in which everyone can reach their full potential. Employees are expected to carry out their work with respect, kindness, honesty, loyalty, and quality.

Requirements

BCaBA certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
A master's degree in psychology or a related field, or current graduate study toward BCBA, and passing the BCaBA certification exam through the BACB.
Strong knowledge of and experience with autism spectrum disorder, including assessment and treatment.
Excellent communication skills with families and other professionals.
Ability to sit and use a computer keyboard.
Ability to kneel, bend, and reach.
Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds throughout the day.
Ability to engage in crisis management during client behavior.
Certification as a BCABA by the relevant CMH’s.
Ability to meet the role’s contact responsibilities, which may involve contact with bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

BCBA certification is preferred; the posting also states it is required as soon as possible. Candidates must be eligible to take the exam based on education or graduation and completed hours, and plan to take it within six months.
Experience developing and conducting trainings for various audiences.

Responsibilities

Lead by example through timely arrival, completion of work, and submission of treatment plans.
Complete treatment plan reviews with insurance companies when needed.
Complete assessments for assigned clients.
Develop, monitor, and modify implementation of client treatment plans.
Present treatment plans to insurance providers in a timely manner to obtain appropriate authorization or continuation of care.
Supervise and train Behavior Technicians on implementing high-quality ABA programs and revisions.
Provide direct therapy for clients as needed.
Develop effective behavior plans.
Receive crisis-prevention training and supervise implementation of crisis prevention.
Assist with intakes when requested.
Work with Center and home staff to maintain a safe, healthy therapy environment; report housekeeping or maintenance needs to Management.
Provide accurate and timely service information to the accounting department for billing through the EMR system.
Learn insurance codes and billing requirements, and provide accurate, up-to-date information to staff and the EMR system.
Maintain positive, respectful relationships with families and appropriate professional boundaries with families, colleagues, and other staff.
Provide culturally competent, consistent, high-quality services to individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultural circumstances.
Complete parent meetings for assigned clients as directed by the Clinical Director or treatment plan.
Meet supervision requirements in approved treatment plans.
Assist with or conduct interviews for new hires to ensure staffing availability for clients.
Recommend resources and home-program goals to promote consistency and reinforcement of ABA programs outside therapy.
Assist Lead Behavior Technicians with daily client coverage assignments.
Be responsible for the health and safety of individuals served.
Represent LOGAN positively in the community.
Advocate for the dignity and human rights of individuals served.
Model good employee practices, including excellent attendance and adherence to LOGAN policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Accruing paid time off and holiday pay.
Medical, dental/orthodontia, and vision plans.
Prescription cost assistance program.
Traditional and Roth 403(b) retirement plans, with a company match of up to 3% after one year of service.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Spending Account.
Long-term disability and supplemental insurance plans, including short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
$15,000 company-paid life insurance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility for full-time employees.
Employee referral incentive for qualifying positions.
Hepatitis B vaccine offered at no cost to employees in this job classification.