BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst

BrightSpring Health Services•San Bernardino, CA

About The Position

SpringHealth Behavioral Health & Integrated Care provides individualized, evidence-based services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and mental health needs. Using positive programming and non-aversive strategies, the clinician helps individuals build skills, overcome barriers, and improve overall health and well-being. Services may be provided in family or residential homes, schools, workplaces, and other community-based settings, depending on individual needs. The role conducts ongoing assessments, supports effective implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans, and monitors individuals’ progress through visits, observations, chart reviews, staff interviews, and data analysis. It coordinates with supervisors, direct care staff, families, guardians, and other relevant parties; participates in interdisciplinary and other required meetings; maintains clinical records; and provides staff training and follow-up support. The position also contributes to training materials and program procedures, liaises with the public and mental health community, and completes continuing education on behavior-based interventions and techniques.

Requirements

Experience with behavioral intervention and/or a strong educational emphasis on learning and developmental psychology.
At least two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or a behaviorally challenged population.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, bending, and regularly moving from seated to standing.
At least two years of experience providing positive behavioral supports to people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including writing Behavior Support Plans, conducting functional assessments, developing plans, and providing training and implementation support.
Documented coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis, reflected on a resume or transcript.
State-specific qualifications apply: Illinois accepts a BCBA, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, BCaBA, or a bachelor's degree with 1,500 hours of supervised experience performed by a Licensed Psychologist or BCBA.
State-specific qualifications apply: Indiana requires a master's degree in a human-related field.
State-specific qualifications apply: Kentucky requires a master's degree in a human-related field and two years of experience.
State-specific qualifications apply: Georgia requires a master's degree in psychology, special education, counseling, social work, or a related field, or a BCBA, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist/Psychiatrist.
State-specific qualifications apply: California requires a BCBA or BCaBA.
State-specific qualifications apply: Virginia accepts a BCBA, BCaBA, Licensed Psychologist, Positive Behavior Support Specialist Facilitator, LPC, LSW, or LCSW with training and experience and/or documented coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis.
State-specific qualifications apply: Texas accepts a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychological Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or BCBA.

Responsibilities

Conduct ongoing assessments to meet the needs of patients served.
Communicate with supervisors, direct care staff, family members, guardians, and collateral individuals about an individual's progress.
Provide supervisors with a monthly schedule of appointments, home visits, and observations to monitor work advancement.
Coordinate home, work, and community-based visits for observations, chart reviews, staff interviews, and data analysis.
Ensure Behavior Intervention Plans are implemented effectively and properly.
Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and other pertinent meetings as required.
Complete monthly and/or quarterly progress notes.
Organize training to certify that staff and other team members are competent in implementing Behavior Intervention Plans and/or documentation sheets.
Conduct follow-up interviews, home visits, and observations to provide continued support for individuals' needs.
Maintain strong clinical records so information is readily available to interested parties.
Act as a liaison with the public and mental health community to support the development of ongoing goals.
Assist in creating training procedures and materials to improve programs for individuals served.
Complete continuing education on behaviorally based interventions and techniques.