Behaviorist, Pediatrics - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Supportive work culture

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a qualified professional for a role focused on behavioral health within an interdisciplinary team. The position involves providing evaluations and interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder, requiring a master's degree in a related field and significant experience. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Applicants must hold a Board Certified Behavior Analyst designation and be licensed to practice in New Jersey. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder.
• Demonstrated experience in the evaluation, development and management of treatment plans.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations, assessments, and/or interventions using a behavioral approach.
• Optimize full access to care for patients in Hackensack Meridian Children's Health.

Skills

Behavior management skills

Instructional skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal relations

Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite

Education

Master's degree in Special Education or related field

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Licensed to practice in New Jersey

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

As part of an interdisciplinary team, this position is responsible for providing evaluations, assessments and/or interventions using a behavioral approach, grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis, to optimize full access to care for patients in Hackensack Meridian Children's Health.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Master's degree in Special Education or related human services field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder
• Demonstrated experience in the evaluation, development and management of treatment plans for children and adolescents with complex behavioral challenges
• Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skill, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills and interpersonal relations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish
• Experience in a healthcare setting

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• Licensed to practice in New Jersey

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!