Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Bellefaire JCB • Shaker Heights, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Bellefaire JCB is among the nation’s largest, most experienced child service agencies providing a variety of behavioral health, substance abuse, education and prevention services. Through more than 25 programs, we help more than 30,000 youth and their families each year achieve resiliency, dignity and self-sufficiency. When you come to Bellefaire JCB, you become an integral part of our dedicated and hardworking team of professionals that include Intervention Specialists, Associate Teachers, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behavior Specialists, Art Therapists, Music Therapist, Recreational Therapist, and Horticulture Therapist. Classroom teams are intentionally small, so students can receive one-on-one and small group instruction, within the confines of Monarch’s visual language immersion teaching Model. The Model combines concept-driven language instruction with visual supports, technology and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We are hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work within an interdisciplinary and dynamic team at our Monarch School for Autism. As a Behavior Analyst, you will conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Functional Analyses (FA) for your assigned caseload of Monarch School students as well as develop individualized behavior intervention plans based on FBA results. As a member of our BCBA team, you will have access to an abundant supply of equipment, assessments and technology, as well as be provided an exceptional work environment.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, or Psychology.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA).
• 1 Year Educational Aide Permit – Ohio Department of Education.
• Pass Safety Care Core Curriculum by passing the written exam, attending the full duration of training, participating and passing the required role plays, and demonstrating the full competencies up to and including the Two-Person Stability Hold required.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets.
• Possess skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
• Demonstrate ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
• Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
• Communicate clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
• Adhere to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
• Function effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
• Recognize problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
• Anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of others, whether they are clients or not.
• Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions.
• Must have regular and predictable attendance.
• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, Functional Analyses, and writing Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Experience working with children with autism and related disorders.
• Experience in crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Functional Analyses (FA), as needed, for the assigned caseload of Monarch students.
• Develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans based on FBA results.
• Monitor/coordinate implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans across school settings.
• Utilize Behavior Skills Training to train others on Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Develop and maintain behavioral measurement and collection systems and create graphical data representations and reports for progress-monitoring of students on caseload.
• Observe caseload of students in the classroom on a regular and consistent basis.
• Organize, prioritize, and manage work assignments in an efficient manner and within established time frames.
• Train staff on principles of applied behavior analysis including defining behavior, reinforcement and punishment, strengthening and weakening behavior, and identification of antecedents and consequences.
• Consult and collaborate with directors, supervisors, teachers, and related service providers regarding behavior intervention techniques and strategies.
• Communicate objective information to parents and other stakeholders when necessary.
• Contribute to the development of behavioral goals and objectives in the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Utilize Safety Care procedures, including at a minimum, make use of the necessary Two-Person Stability Hold.
• Model and utilize approved behavior management techniques including the use of the seclusion room and physical restraint when de-escalation and/or physical restraint is necessary for crisis management.
• Debrief situations with classroom teams in which Therapeutic Crisis Intervention procedures are utilized for crisis management.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training.
• Keep all required trainings, certifications and licensure current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment.
• Handle all client-related documents in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
• Abide by the code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board ®.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost option
• Wellness program including free preventative care
• Generous paid time off, including summers and school holidays
• 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programs
• Defined benefit pension plan
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support for continuing education and credential renewal
• Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level