Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (hybrid)

BrightSpring Health Services•Peoria, IL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide behavioral and therapeutic support to individuals and families. The role involves assessing needs, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based behavioral interventions, monitoring progress, and collaborating with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary professionals to support improved independence and quality of life. The BCBA conducts comprehensive assessments of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), designs and adjusts Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and applies Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to build social, communication, academic, and daily living skills while reducing maladaptive behaviors. The role also includes collecting and analyzing progress data, maintaining clinical records and reports, supporting caregivers, supervising and mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and other direct support staff, and responding to crisis situations. The position is described as hybrid.

Requirements

Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing with the BACB.
Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis programming and behavioral interventions.
Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
Ability to review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, speak persuasively to implement desired actions, and analyze situations to identify core issues and draw conclusions.
Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and behaviors; CPT codes, payor rules, regulations, and policies; language grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary; and research-based accepted treatment modalities and assessment.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for extended periods; infrequent lifting up to 50 pounds; frequent pushing, pulling, reaching, turning, twisting, bending, stooping, and squatting; walking; and climbing.

Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral assessments and evaluations, including comprehensive assessments of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust individualized Behavior Intervention Plans and treatment plans.
Design and deliver evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis interventions tailored to client needs and goals.
Apply ABA techniques to improve social, communication, academic, and daily living skills and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
Collect and analyze behavioral and progress data to evaluate interventions and guide clinical decisions.
Provide ongoing clinical support, recommendations, and guidance when behavioral challenges arise.
Partner with individuals, families, parents, and caregivers throughout treatment; educate and support caregivers in using behavioral strategies.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals, participate in team meetings, coordinate psychiatric supports as needed, and contribute to cohesive care plans.
Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians and other direct support staff; provide training, feedback, performance reviews, and professional development.
Maintain accurate caseload records and detailed clinical documentation, complete daily documentation in SpringHealth’s EHR, and prepare required clinical reports.
Complete monthly and quarterly notes documenting client progress toward goals.
Assist in developing staff training procedures and materials to enhance client programs and ensure operations follow established guidelines.
Use de-escalation techniques to manage crisis situations and help ensure client and others’ safety.
Ensure interventions comply with ethical guidelines, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
Stay current with research and developments in behavior analysis and autism treatment, including continued education on behaviorally based interventions and techniques.
Engage with community resources and support networks to enhance clients’ social and environmental integration.