Board Certified Behavior Analyst (3829)

CHARLES RIVER CENTER•Natick, MA

55d•$75,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Analyst will work under the supervision of the Clinical Director (BCBA) and must adhere to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Ethics Code. This role involves providing behavior analytic services, including: Assisting in conducting assessments Developing behavior support plans and guidelines Collecting and graphing behavior data Providing staff training and feedback Assisting in crisis situations

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis
Current BCBA license and certification (must be maintained annually)
At least two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism
Valid driver’s license
Successful completion of all state and agency-mandated training
Must authorize a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release of information concerning allegations from Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and other agencies
Must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily (reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities
Must be fluent in English
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
Strong written communication skills, including report writing and business correspondence
Ability to effectively communicate with staff, families, and community members
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. occasionally
Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions

Responsibilities

Develop and implement data collection systems
Graph and summarize behavior data regularly
Train staff on Positive Behavioral Supports, behavior plans, behavior guidelines, medical treatment plans, data collection, and other behavioral techniques
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) using direct and indirect assessment methods
Create or assist in developing Behavior Support Plans and Behavior Guidelines
Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
Manage a caseload of individuals receiving behavioral services
Collaborate with families, guardians, and residential staff to address participant behavioral needs
Assist in behavioral crisis situations as needed
Maintain a valid Safety Care certification
Attend Human Rights Committee and clinical review meetings
Follow all agency safety standards and adhere to Charles River Center policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as needed in alignment with the organization’s mission and philosophy