Board Certified Behavior Analyst

AUTISTIC TREATMENT CENTER INC•San Antonio, TX

1h•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to provide daily training to teach Consumers to attain and maintain the skills necessary to achieve maximum functional independence. The BCBA will support and promote the rights of Consumers and function effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. The BCBA's responsibility is to develop behavior intervention plans, curriculum & goals for students with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities. The BCBA will monitor progress, develop and monitor implementation of particular protocols, data collection and progress monitoring techniques.

Requirements

Experience with providing behavioral services to individuals with ASD.
BCBA certifications through BACB.
Master’s Degree.
Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and SAMA certifications.
Maintain current Driver’s License.
Maintain current automobile insurance.
Maintain required annual training certifications provided by the company and/or agency licensing.
Communicate professionally and effectively with school employees, Interdisciplinary Team members, administrators, contract liaisons, and family members.
Be reliable with timeliness and attendance.
Work as an effective and productive member of a team.
Be receptive and responsive to feedback from coworkers and supervisors.
Provide an organized environment for safe and effective teaching and learning.
Provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for the students and their caregivers.
Work with students with Developmental Disabilities, academic deficits, and behavioral needs.
Exhibit patience and flexibility, maintain a positive attitude, and handle stressful situations appropriately.
Demonstrate good problem solving, leadership, and judgement.
Meet physical requirements in order to safely manage behavior and actively participate with students.
Respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
Maintain personal hygiene and care.

Nice To Haves

Some weekend work during Autism Awareness Month – April.

Responsibilities

Develop behavior intervention plans, curriculum & goals for students with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities.
Monitor progress, develop and monitor implementation of particular protocols, data collection and progress monitoring techniques.
Follow ATC Policies and Procedures.
Maintain open communication with members of the Interdisciplinary Team, including participating in team meetings.
Communicate with caregivers about behavioral updates.
Maintain up-to-date information on all students, including behavioral information in ARDs, behavior plans, and Catalyst.
Provide in-service trainings to ensure all school employees have a clear understanding of their roles and expectations.
Ensure school employees follow ATC Policies and Procedures by conducting regular observations in classrooms and using Performance Observation Forms.
Provide corrective and constructive feedback to Teacher’s Assistants utilizing the Performance Observation Forms for professional behavior, student interaction, data collection, following behavioral protocols, and running academic programs.
Conduct treatment integrity checks and IOA assessments.
Provide training for new employees.
Conduct behavioral assessments with students, including VB-MAPP, ABLLS, AFLS, preference assessments, FBAs, and FAs.
Identify functions of behavior and develop individualized behavior plans.
Regularly analyze data, monitor progress, and modify behavior goals as needed.
Ensure all treatment components and modifications are approved by the Interdisciplinary Team.
Develop behavioral goals, transitions goals, and attend ARD meetings.
Assist with the development of academic goals and materials as needed by Lead Teachers.
Assist with the preparation of monthly progress notes.
Ensure behavioral strategies are implemented consistently and accurately across clinical systems in all settings.
Offer parent and/or district personnel training as needed.
Act as an active training member for direct care staff and management staff, including on-site staff training, orientation training, clinical and staff meetings.
Work 1:1 with students and run social skill groups when necessary.
Uphold the BACB’s ethical and best practices guidelines.
Attend community events and run information dissemination booths at events to increase interest and client base (some weekend during Autism Awareness Month – April).
Assist in other programs as needed.
Assist with behaviors and de-escalation techniques (SAMA).
Ensure quality supervision of EDU RBTs following the BACB guidelines.