Board Certified Behavior Analyst - ABA Services (Great Falls, MT)

Aware Inc.•Great Falls, MT

About The Position

AWARE is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to provide services in Great Falls, Montana. The position supports adults, children, and families, helping them participate in their communities and pursue personal growth. The role develops and provides resources and professional learning in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other evidence-based approaches, and plans and oversees programs and practices for clients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other disabilities. The BCBA provides behavioral and functional behavior assessments, assists staff with behavior plans and programs, and supports clients with behavioral challenges. The position may manage a caseload and travel within its assigned geographic area to provide services. It also requires documentation of notes, billing units, assessments, referrals, and other data in AWARE’s Electronic Healthcare Record System, while meeting monthly fiscal goals.

Requirements

Advanced degree (MS, MA, or PhD) in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
Five years of direct work experience.
Certification in behavior analysis; must maintain the specific professional license and/or certification required by applicable state, federal, and certification boards.
Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Montana Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record.
Must pass a criminal and protective services background check.
Knowledge of cognitive, educational, vocational, and social challenges encountered by people with disabilities.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks and goals for self and others.
Knowledge of staff training and development principles and techniques.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement projects.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Effective written and verbal communication with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
Effective and creative negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Must have the qualifications to train employees in AWARE’s specific mandatory training areas or be willing to obtain them.
Must productively use work time to meet the needs of individuals served and meet specified fiscal goals.

Nice To Haves

Skill in using audio and video equipment to develop training programs.
Skill in workshop management and presentation and in organizing and scheduling people, places, and events.

Responsibilities

Develop materials, resources, and professional learning in ABA and other evidence-based methods addressing clients’ behavioral needs.
Plan and oversee development and implementation of programs, policies, and best practices using ABA principles for clients with ASD and other disabilities.
Provide behavioral assessments and conduct functional behavior assessments.
Assist staff with developing and implementing behavior plans, ABA programs, and other appropriate programs for clients with ASD or other disabilities presenting behavioral or learning challenges.
Work with clients who exhibit inappropriate behaviors and provide support and professional learning for the staff who work with them.
Manage a caseload as needed and travel within the assigned geographic area to provide services.
Meet monthly fiscal goals, including billing and caseload maintenance requirements.
Record notes, billing units, assessments, referrals, and other data in AWARE’s Electronic Healthcare Record System.
Evaluate training packages for their usefulness to the organization and its components.
Consult with management about employee training needs related to changes in policies, procedures, regulations, and technologies.
Organize and deliver workshops and training, including scheduling people, places, and events.
Maintain required professional licensure and/or certification.