Job Description

The primary responsibilities of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) are to develop and implement behavioral support plans to decrease problematic referring behaviors, teach socially acceptable replacement behaviors, and teach skill acquisition targets that will increase the likelihood that the youth or child will be successful in his or her community. The BCBA is responsible for using Behavioral Skills Training (BST) to teach Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), Care Facilitators, and Program Implementation Mangers how to appropriately implement each behavioral support plan on a daily basis. Further, the BCBA is responsible for establishing and implementing data collection techniques in order to present data to clinical teams to promote data-based decision making when making modifications to treatment approaches. The BCBA is responsible for case management, documenting, researching, gathering, compiling, organizing, and analyzing data. The BCBA is also responsible for conducting new and ongoing staff training on the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis and individualized programming. The BCBA will provide leadership, oversight, structure, and direction to the Registered Behavior Technicians ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations, standards, programs, and philosophy of care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, implements, and manages evidence-based Applied Behavior Analytic consultative services collaboratively with PRTF multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend unit meetings such as clinical rounds and leadership meetings weekly with clinical unit teams.
• Establishes processes for reviewing the progress of clients and makes data-based modifications to treatment plans.
• Provides supervision, training, and on-going professional development opportunities to Registered Behavior Technicians.
• Utilizes Behavioral Skills Training (BST) to teach PRTF staff how to implement interventions as specified in clients behavioral support plans (BSPs).
• Conducts ongoing staff training in the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis.
• Develop motivational systems for KidsTLC units, train staff on the implementation of the motivational systems, review staff treatment integrity, and review client progress.
• Develops data collection processes, collects, and analyzes behavioral data.
• Graphs behavioral data and shares with clinical teams to help enhance and promote data-based decision making.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position directly supervises Registered Behavior Technicians.

This position will occasionally provide supervision to ABA graduate student interns.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field.

Valid BCBA certification required within 6 months of employment.

• Must have appropriate state licensure for KS within 6 months of employment.
• Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders or relative developmental disabilities preferred.
• 1+ years of experience working with children in an educational or clinical environment preferred.
• 1+ years working with juvenile offenders and children in need of care is preferred, along with knowledge of residential programming.
• Active in-network status with various private insurance panels in KS preferred

Must be 21 years of age with a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record.

Ability to work with youth who have emotional and behavioral challenges.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish a climate of trust, confidence, and mutual respect with others.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Able to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with others.

• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Able to adapt and be flexible.
• Strong problem solving and clinical judgment skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Aptitude to work with youth who have emotional and behavioral challenges.

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