Behavior Case Manager (SAE)

The Summit Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid school breaks

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision

401K with up to 4%

Job summary

The Summit Center in Amherst, NY seeks a Behavioral Case Manager (SAE) to lead behavioral assessments, develop evidence-based behavior plans, and supervise Behavioral Support Specialists, collaborating with Teachers and clinical leadership to ensure effective treatment implementation.

Requires: BCBA certification (or in progress) and a Master’s degree in ABA or related field; experience building and documenting ABA-based supports for individuals with developmental challenges.

Qualifications

• Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a BCBA (or in process) required.
• Master’s degree in ABA, Special Education, School Psychology, or related field.
• Experience developing and implementing behavioral support plans with developmentally disabled individuals using ABA methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and complete evidence-based behavioral assessments
• Formulate function-based behavior interventions
• Develop and write required reports in a timely manner
• Present reports and progress updates to committees and parent meetings
• Measure progress and fidelity for BIPs and Treatment Plans
• Train staff in treatment sessions, data collection, and assessment procedures
• Provide team consultation and direct support to classroom teams
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on treatment decisions
• Provide and oversee crisis intervention services for students
• Ensure that IEP mandates are fulfilled
• Maintain all records as required by Summit and governing agencies
• Adhere to best practice and ethical guidelines

Skills

Behavior assessment

Intervention planning

Staff training

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

BCBA certification (in progress)

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Position: Behavioral Case Manager (SAE)

Pay: $58,000 - $62,000 annually

Location: Amherst, NY

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Why Work With Us?

• Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)
• Up to 12 days of paid time off
• 14-16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• 401K with up to 4% contribution

Your Impact as a Behavioral Case Manager

The Behavioral Case Manager leads behavioral assessments, develops evidence-based behavior intervention plans, and provides consultation, training, and crisis intervention/support. They oversee treatment sessions and guide Behavioral Support Specialists, working closely with Teachers and clinical leadership to ensure effective implementation of behavior strategies at Summit Academy Enhanced.

• Conduct and complete evidence-based behavioral assessments
• Formulate function-based behavior interventions
• Develop and write required reports in a timely manner
• Present reports and progress updates to various committees, collaboration groups, and parent meetings as requested
• Measure progress and implementation fidelity for Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Treatment Plans
• Train staff in best practice methods for treatment sessions, including implementation of written protocols, data collection, and assessment procedures.
• Provide team consultation and direct support to classroom teams as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams when making treatment decisions
• Provide and oversee crisis intervention services for students
• Ensure that IEP mandates are fulfilled
• Maintain all records as required by Summit and governing agencies
• Conduct all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines
• Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (or in process) required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree (or in process) in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, School Psychology, or a related field. Experience in developing and implementing behavioral support plans with developmentally disabled individuals using Applied Behavior Analysis methods.

Education

• Masters or better in School Psychology or related field
• Masters or better in Behavioral Analysis or related field
• Masters or better in Special Education or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Bd Cert Behavior Analyst

Equal Opportunity Employer

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