Board-Certified Behavior Analyst - Part Time

Empower Behavioral Health•Brownsville, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Empower Behavioral Health (EBH) is seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide clinic-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to patients and their families. EBH's mission is to empower families by providing effective ABA services to help learners with autism and other developmental disabilities reach their maximum potential. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling while upholding EBH's high clinical quality standards. The position involves close collaboration with patients and families, delivering compassionate and knowledgeable care through individualized programs.

Requirements

Master's degree in Behavior Analysis or related field.
Board certification and in good standing as a BCBA.
Must obtain and maintain current BCBA licensure in Texas.
Minimum of 2 years working with children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities.
Must be able to move or transport up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to run or walk throughout 6–8-hour sessions (i.e., patient eloping).
Must be able to respond quickly to manage behaviors (i.e., block aggression, move furniture).
Must be able to be seated on the floor when needed for patient.
Must be able to transition from seated on the floor to standing quickly to respond to aggression/severe behavior.
Must be able to bend or twist to utilize physical management.
Must be able to maintain physical holds for aggressive patients for extended periods of time when needed.

Nice To Haves

Planning and Evaluating (Workload Management)
Problem-Solving
Customer Service – Client/Patient
Decision Making
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Written and Oral Communication

Responsibilities

Provide clinic-based ABA services to EBH patients and families.
Supervise implementation of treatment to ensure satisfactory implementation of protocols.
Conduct initial and follow-up assessments and parent questionnaires.
Develop and write individualized behavior acquisition programs for patients.
Conduct descriptive and functional analyses as part of functional assessments.
Write behavior intervention plans for behavior reduction targets for patients.
Develop and write initial treatment plans and update plans in accordance with best practice and insurance guidelines.
Implement and supervise data collection systems.
Provide behavioral support for patients in an interdisciplinary treatment setting.
Evaluate and report patient progress toward treatment goals.
Oversee transition and discharge plans.
Conduct individual parent/caregiver trainings on a monthly basis at minimum and group trainings as needed.
Attend department meetings and interdisciplinary staff meetings.
Maintain BCBA certification by acquiring continuing education in BACB required categories.
Obtain and maintain state licensure.