Board Certified Behavior Analyst

AccessCNY•Syracuse, NY

2d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

AccessCNY is seeking a proactive Board Certified Behavior Analyst to provide behavioral assessment, consultation, training, and clinical support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving DD/ABI residential services, including Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs). The role supports person-centered, positive, and least restrictive services while safeguarding participants’ dignity, choice, and rights. The position is based at 6666 Manlius Center Road, East Syracuse, New York, and reports to the CTTP Director. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; a moderately flexible schedule and occasional early-morning, evening, weekend, emergency, travel, training, or meeting availability may be required. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst conducts functional and clinical assessments; develops, reviews, and updates individualized behavioral plans and related documentation; monitors outcomes and risks; and consults with participants, families, staff, and interdisciplinary teams. The role also trains and coaches staff, supports rights-restriction and informed-consent processes, contributes to quality improvement, and maintains compliance with applicable regulations and Agency policies. Required qualifications include a master’s degree in a relevant field, current BCBA certification in good standing, and NYS professional licensure or credentialing as required for the position. At least one year of experience supporting people with intellectual or developmental disabilities is required, along with experience in functional behavioral assessments, function-based supports, data analysis, and staff training or consultation. OPWDD-certified residential or IRA experience and related specialized experience are preferred. A valid NYS driver license and transportation necessary to meet program needs are required. The annual pay rate is $65,000–$75,000.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
Current BCBA certification in good standing.
NYS professional licensure or credentialing as required for the position.
At least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Experience completing Functional Behavioral Assessments, developing function-based supports, analyzing data, and training or consulting with staff.
Valid NYS driver license in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving Policy, and transportation necessary to meet program needs.
Respect for confidentiality and demonstrated teamwork and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Experience in OPWDD-certified residential or IRA services.
Experience supporting individuals with complex behavioral needs.
Experience developing or reviewing restrictive interventions or Behavior Support Plan addenda.
Experience presenting to a Human Rights Committee.
Experience participating in quality-assurance or regulatory-review activities.

Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments using observation, interviews, record review, and behavioral data.
Develop and update Behavior Support Plans, Medication Monitoring Plans, behavior protocols, addenda, and other individualized supports in accordance with 14 NYCRR and applicable OPWDD guidance.
Develop practical strategies for prevention, teaching replacement skills, environmental support, and safe responses to challenging behavior.
Set measurable goals and review participant progress using data, observation, incident information, and team feedback.
Adjust recommendations as participant needs, risks, environments, or outcomes change.
Promote positive, person-centered, and least restrictive approaches while protecting participant dignity, choice, and rights.
Assess proposed rights restrictions and restrictive interventions for clinical need and identify safeguards and criteria for reduction or fading.
Support informed-consent processes and prepare behavioral plans, addenda, supporting data, and clinical rationale for Human Rights Committee review, as assigned.
Monitor approved restrictions and recommend continuation, revision, reduction, or discontinuation based on clinical review and data.
Train staff on behavioral plans, medication monitoring plans, protocols, data collection, and individualized behavioral support.
Observe implementation and provide coaching, modeling, feedback, and retraining when needed.
Consult with participants, families, direct support staff, supervisors, managers, nursing, clinical providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Analyze behavioral and incident data to identify trends, measure progress, and guide clinical decisions.
Complete and maintain timely assessments, plans, addenda, reviews, training records, data summaries, and supporting documentation.
Assess behavioral risks and recommend proactive support, environmental changes, replacement skills, and response strategies.
Review incidents for behavioral patterns, contributing factors, and prevention opportunities.
Maintain compliance with applicable training, rules, and regulations.
Contribute to department and Agency quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.