BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (BCBA)

UHS • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Laurel Heights Hospital is seeking a BCBA (BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST) (FULL-TIME). Join our talented team of professionals as we work to provide the most effective treatment utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Requirements

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, particularly autism.
• Knowledge of special education practices and principles.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to behavioral health.
• Proficient in conducting diagnostic evaluations and assessments.
• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Minimum of a master's degree in applied Behavior Analysis.
• Certified and maintain credentialing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a BCBA in good standing.
• Must have/obtain license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a residential facility.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Legible handwriting.
• Ability to maintain information as highly confidential.
• Telephone etiquette and customer service skills by phone and face-to-face.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology.
• Skills in dealing courteously with the public and other staff within the organization.
• Skills in prioritizing and managing time.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Use of appropriate social skills, including demonstration and respect for staff and patients.
• Empathy toward children and adolescents.
• Basic knowledge of child growth and development.
• Experience working with children with autism.
• Skill in following behavioral plans.
• Ability to respond to children/adolescents in a consistent and caring manner.
• Consistency in maintaining professional boundaries.
• Willingness to seek supervision when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a minimum of 2 comprehensive assessments to identify the client's needs and goals.
• Create individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Supervise RBTs, providing training, guidance, and ongoing support.
• Regularly review and analyze data to measure client progress and adjust plans.
• Collect graphed behavioral data from RBT and interpret data for medical chart using Interpretive Data Document.
• Provide weekly parent trainings and document findings into medical chart.
• Lead treatment team meetings with all updates.
• Hold weekly meetings with RBT and social worker to collaborate on treatment 3 times weekly.
• Conduct quarterly fidelity checks.

Benefits

• Competitive pay commensurate with education and experience.
• Full comprehensive benefits package offered to full-time employees including health, vision, dental, life, retirement, short-term/long-term disability, and supplemental insurance.
• Employee assistance program and employee perks network included.
• Full-time hours (40/week) guaranteed.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Exciting and fast-paced work environment with supportive supervisory team.
• Opportunity to positively impact the lives of those significantly impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees