BCBA: Child & Youth Behavioral Specialist

Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc.; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc. seeks a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst to support children and youth with emotional and behavioral challenges. You will develop individualized ABA-based plans, guide implementers, and collaborate with families, educators, and clinical teams.

You will conduct assessments, monitor progress, supervise staff, and provide ongoing consultation to case managers. This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and direct service in school and community

Qualifications

• Must hold BCBA certification and Vermont ABA license.
• Experience with children/youth with significant challenges.
• Strong knowledge of ABA principles and data-driven planning.
• Ability to assess behavior and adjust interventions.
• Proven success delivering services and documenting in English.
• Experience in school settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee behavioral assessments with supervision.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and revise behavior plans.
• Manage an average of 10 cases.
• Train and supervise staff on behavior plans.
• Provide ongoing behavioral consultation to teams.
• Offer family guidance as directed.

Skills

BCBA certification

Vermont license

Experience with children/youth

ABA principles

Data-driven plans

English documentation

School settings experience

Education

Vermont Applied Behavior Analyst license

Job description

For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has provided compassionate, accessible, and high-quality care to individuals and families across Washington and Orange County communities. We support individuals experiencing mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities through services delivered in community, school, and healthcare settings. Our mission is rooted in collaboration, inclusion, and helping individuals and families achieve positive outcomes.

About the Role

WCMHS is seeking a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst to help children and youth experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges build the skills and confidence they need to thrive at home, in school, and in their communities.

In this role, you'll use evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practices to develop individualized behavior support plans, guide the professionals implementing them, and collaborate with families, educators, case managers, and clinical teams. Your expertise will help reduce barriers to learning, strengthen positive behaviors, and support meaningful progress for the children and youth we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee behavioral assessments for referred children and youth under the supervision of senior clinical staff.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and revise individualized behavior support plans based on assessment findings and outcomes.
• Manage or co-manage behavioral an average of 10 assigned cases.
• Train and supervise staff in the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of behavior support plans.
• Provide ongoing behavioral consultation to WCMHS case managers and interdisciplinary team members.
• Offer consultation and guidance to families as directed.

Required Qualifications:

• Current BCBA or BCBA-D certification.
• An active Vermont Applied Behavior Analyst license.
• Experience working with children and youth who experience significant emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and their practical application.
• Ability to assess behavior, develop data-driven support plans, and adjust interventions based on outcomes.
• Valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle.
• Proficiency in delivering services and completing treatment documentation in English.
• Experience working in school settings.

Compensation and Benefits

WCMHS offers a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

• Starting salary: $74,500–$78,500 annually.
• Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off: 12.5 flexible holidays per year, plus 12 days each of vacation and paid sick time earned during your first year of employment.

Services are provided in school and community settings. This position involves frequent transportation of clients in your personal vehicle, occasional physical demands including lifting up to 50 pounds, and the ability to apply approved physical restraints in accordance with agency training and guidelines.

Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes us stronger, we are committed to inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.