Behavior Analyst - Children's Program

andersoncenterforautism; Staatsburg (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over 6 weeks of paid time off

403B with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Scholarships available

College partnerships with discounts

Job summary

Anderson Center for Autism located in Staatsburg, NY is seeking a Behavior Analyst to provide person-centered applied behavior analysis services. The role involves developing quality, evidence-based programming and supervising staff in both educational and residential settings.

The ideal candidate will hold a master's degree in psychology or applied behavior analysis and be a certified BCBA. The position includes a generous benefits package with over 6 weeks of paid time off, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certified BCBA required, or imminent completion as a Behavior Specialist.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the human services field preferred.
• Master’s in psychology or applied behavior analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, trains and oversees behavioral and skills-based support plans.
• Maintains data collection systems for analysis and decision-making.
• Provides leadership to the Behavior Services Department.

Skills

Knowledge of autism spectrum and related disorders

Behavioral assessment and support

Data analysis and decision-making

Effective communication strategies

Education

Master's in psychology or applied behavior analysis

Certified BCBA

New York State LBA

Job description

The Behavior Analyst (BA) provides direct, person-centered applied behavior analysis services in the Children’s Services Program in both the education and residential setting. The BA is responsible for the development of quality, evidenced-based individual programming, staff training, and, under the supervision of the Children’s Behavior Services Supervisor, for the management and supervision of Residential and Education Behavior Specialists (RBS, EBS) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). The Behavior Analyst also collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to promote resolution of behavior-related issues and creates, implements, and evaluates programmatic development to support the individuals we serve.

Responsibilities

• Has substantial knowledge of autism spectrum and related disorders.
• Develops, trains and oversees quality behavioral and skills-based support and intervention plans.
• Maintains appropriate data collection systems that include data analysis and data-based decision-making.
• Assists in the daily operations of behavior service areas as a means to promote program development and expansion of services.
• Implements behavioral and skills assessment for individuals.
• Utilizes efficient and effective communication strategies to promote an open exchange of relevant information in supporting those we serve.
• Develops individual and program-specific reports and summaries.
• Participates in agency training initiatives.
• Provides direction and leadership to the Behavior Services Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Behavioral Services Supervisor.

Requirements

• Master’s in psychology or applied behavior analysis preferred; will consider graduate degrees in other relevant human services discipline.
• Certified BCBA required (or expectation of imminent completion, as a Behavior Specialist).
• New York State LBA preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the human services field is preferred.

Benefits

• Over 6 weeks of paid time off in first year.
• College partnerships that provide discounts.
• Scholarships available.
• 403B with company match.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
• And much more, see link below.

Anderson Center for Autism offers our Employees a generous benefits package. Please visit the benefits page for more information.

Anderson Center for Autism is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist. Employment, development, and promotion of individuals are conducted without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Anderson Center for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer.