Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

BrightSpring Health Services•Springfield, IL

About The Position

SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide behavioral and therapeutic support through individualized assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based behavioral interventions. The BCBA works with individuals, families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary professionals to promote progress, independence, and quality of life. The role focuses on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including assessing behavior, skills, and needs and creating and adjusting individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and ABA programming. The BCBA monitors client progress, collects and analyzes behavioral data, maintains clinical records, and communicates progress to stakeholders. The position also supports parents and caregivers, coordinates care with other professionals, supervises and mentors RBTs and direct support staff, and responds to behavioral challenges and crises. Clinical documentation, training materials, progress notes, ethical and regulatory compliance, and continued education are part of the role. SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides integrated behavioral services for people with cognitive, developmental, or intellectual disabilities. Its team includes behavior analysts, therapists, social workers, counselors, and psychologists.

Requirements

Must hold current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing with the BACB.
Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 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, analyze situations, identify core issues, and draw conclusions.
Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and behaviors; CPT codes and payer rules, regulations, and policies; language grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary; and research-based accepted treatment modalities and assessment.
Must have 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, squatting, walking, and climbing.
Collaborative approach and passion for helping individuals achieve meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments and evaluations of children with ASD, including evaluating behavior, skills, and needs.
Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust individualized Behavior Intervention Plans and evidence-based ABA interventions.
Use ABA techniques to improve social, communication, academic, and daily living skills and to reduce maladaptive behaviors.
Collect and analyze behavioral and progress data to evaluate intervention effectiveness and guide treatment decisions.
Maintain detailed caseload records and clinical documentation, including completing daily documentation in SpringHealth’s EHR and monthly and quarterly progress notes.
Prepare reports and communicate client progress to stakeholders.
Educate and support parents and caregivers in understanding ASD and implementing behavioral strategies at home.
Provide guidance on managing challenging behaviors and enhancing communication and social skills.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators, and coordinate psychiatric supports as needed.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute insights to care plans and treatment outcomes.
Supervise and mentor RBTs and other direct support staff; provide training, feedback, performance reviews, and professional development opportunities.
Train and educate staff on behavioral programs and interventions, and assist in developing staff training procedures and materials.
Respond to behavioral needs and crisis situations using de-escalation techniques and ensuring the safety of the client and others.
Engage with community resources and support networks to enhance clients’ social and environmental integration.
Ensure interventions and practices comply with ethical guidelines, professional standards, regulatory requirements, and established program guidelines.
Stay current with research and developments in behavior analysis and autism treatment, including continued education on behaviorally based interventions and techniques.