Board Certified Behavior Analyst BCBA

Pioneer Resources•Muskegon, MI

About The Position

Pioneer Resources is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to help people with disabilities and seniors obtain independence and dignity by creating opportunities for participation in the community using our four pillars of service: A place to live; affordable housing and specialized homes A place to learn; vocational training, ABA therapy & community living supports programs A place to grow and play; Pioneer Trails camping and recreational programs A way to get there; one of the largest transportation fleets on the lakeshore Pioneer Resources is a great place to work! Members of our team are an energizing mix of veteran staff from over 40 years of experience to those only recently discovering their passion for helping others. Our workforce respects the diversity of the people we serve and those we serve alongside. Pioneer Resources offers a rewarding work experience that strategically meets the needs of our community while fostering employee success with personal fulfillment and work-life balance. As an employee of Pioneer Resources, you will have the unique opportunity to touch the lives of those in your community every time you come to work! The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will devise behavioral-based treatment for children and young adults with developmental disabilities. This person will be dedicated to providing exceptional care. The BCBA will complete assessments and devise treatment plans in accordance with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy guidelines. Treatment plans focus on skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols. Supervision of therapy and clinical guidance required for Qualified Behavior Health Professionals (QBHPs), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs) and Behavior Analysis Technicians (BATs). The BCBA reports directly to the Director of Youth Services.

Requirements

A Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is required.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing.
Licensed Behavior Analyst in Michigan in good standing.
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will have meet all of the requirements of the BACB Board and hold current certification as a BCBA and licensure as a behavior analyst in the state of Michigan.
General knowledge of the developmental disabilities system in Michigan.
Solid knowledge of the principles and practice of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), including general behavioral assessment and ethical standards in behavior analysis.
Solid knowledge of the behavioral impact of developmental disabilities, as well as the cognitive, educational, vocational, and social challenges encountered by persons with developmental disabilities.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks/goals for self and others.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver.
Ability to work effectively with various technology including word processing software, internet based databases, etc.
The capacity to work in a team with intermittent supervision.
The ability to work respectfully and courteously with a wide variety of individuals.
This employee will be required to successfully complete all required initial and update trainings.
Must pass all required background checks, physicals, and drug screens; if the background check reveals disqualifying information, employment shall be terminated unless the disqualifying information was successfully appealed as inaccurate, expunged or set aside.
This position requires driving; individuals must have a valid Michigan driver’s license with three (3) or more years of driving experience, less than six (6) points, and no exclusionary violations on driving record.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience to qualified Behavior Analysis Technicians (BATs) in accordance with BACB guidelines as well as on-going education on consumer treatment plans to all technicians, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide both formal and informal clinical guidance to all other clinical staff including QBHP, BCaBA as well as BATs.
Participate in and represent the ABA Center of Pioneer Resources in various public outreach and advocacy opportunities as assigned.
Work closely with the ABA Manager and clinical leadership team to guide best practice initiatives and processes for the program.
Coordinate the development and implementation of appropriate behavior management protocols based on individual participant behavior intervention plans.
Model and assist with the implementation of appropriate behavior management techniques based on individual intervention plans.
Conduct initial assessments with participants, review current assessments and conduct updated assessments at least every six months.
Write behavior intervention plans, monitor their implementation and effectiveness for consumers, and assist in and monitor the collection of data and implementation of such plans to ensure success.
Provide direct support to technicians using ABA approved methodologies to enhance teacher instruction.
Schedule and meet with technicians and families to provide research-based and/or peer reviewed interventions.
Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) as requested.
Provide staff development as necessary to clinicians and technicians regarding effective interventions and positive behavioral supports and techniques.
Provide professional supervision to QBHPs, BATs and BCaBAs as required by the BACB.
Collaborate with the ABA leadership team with creating and maintaining staff and client schedules.
Collaborate with the ABA leadership team to assure staffing for sick leave and vacations.
Communicate with the ABA leadership team, client families and staff regarding day-to-day changes.
Ability to engage in meaningful communication; able to clearly articulate and understand conversations expressively and receptively with managers, co-workers and persons served.