Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) - Good Work Life Balance

Ability-Builders-Consulting-Co.; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation bonus

Full benefits

Flexible schedules

Employee-Owner program

Job summary

Ability-Builders-Consulting-Co. seeks BCBA to provide treatment to children with autism in our clinical center and in client homes. The successful candidate will supervise Behavior Technicians and oversee one-on-one programs while developing and monitoring treatment plans.

Maximum caseload is eight clients with significant career growth opportunities. Responsibilities include designing ABA programs using VB-MAPP/PEAK/ABLLS-R, performing FBA/BIP under supervision, and leading staff training.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and active BACB certification.
• Experience with children diagnosed with autism preferred.
• Willingness to travel between clients in Northern Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement one-on-one ABA programs for children with autism, including VB-MAPP, PEAK, ABLLS-R, AFLS, and data reporting.
• Develop functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans under supervision.
• Supervise and mentor behavior technicians, including training support and career development.
• Participate in ABA training and data collection techniques; engage in meetings and professional development.
• Attend regional and company-wide meetings; support leadership initiatives.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Rapport-building

Transportation

Education

Master's Degree in ABA

BACB certification

Job description

Join us in Northern Michigan - voted best place to live and one of the most beautiful locations in the country by multiple publications and television shows! We are looking for quality-focused, committed BCBAs and are offering a $10,000 signing/relocation bonus!

Discover the true outdoors in Northern Michigan, with a lower cost of living and endless outdoor activities nearby - from beautiful, crystal-blue freshwater lakes, navigable rivers and mountain bike trails in the summer to skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling in the winter. Plus, nearly year-round opportunities to hike, hunt, fish, explore dozens of wineries/breweries, and enjoy all of the unique shopping and dining opportunities across Northern Michigan. We offer relocation, competitive pay, a maximum caseload of eight (8) clients, paid time off, performance bonuses, full benefits, flexible schedules, a learning-based culture, and significant career growth opportunities.We are also a locally owned business - all BCBAs are eligible for our Employee-Owner program, giving you a voice in company decision-making as well as a share of company profits.

We are currently seeking BCBAs to provide treatment to children diagnosed with autism, in our clinical center setting as well as in client homes. The successful applicant will provide supervision to Behavior Technicians and in one-on-one behavioral intervention programs for children, in addition to developing programs, behavior intervention plans (as needed), and program monitoring of their caseload.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develop and implement all aspects of one-on-one behavioral intervention programs for children diagnosed with autism, to include VB-MAPP, PEAK, ABLLS-R, AFLS, or other appropriate curriculum-based assessments, programmatic data collection and reporting, family training program(s), social skills, gross motor, natural environment teaching and other learning programs, and treatment schedule management;
• Develop innovative functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans under the supervision and guidance of the Executive Clinical Director;
• Provide supervision and mentoring to the behavior technicians working with your clients, to include assisting with training and career development opportunities;
• Participate in both mandated and unique ABA training opportunities, to include discrete trial teaching techniques, management of challenging behaviors, and child development and data collection techniques;
• Participate in regional and company-wide team meetings monthly, engaging in and providing ongoing professional development opportunities and leadership initiatives;
• General availability from 8am-6pm Monday-Friday based on caseload, with flexibility to attend meetings, company events, and/or to accommodate occasional client needs during off-hours.

NECESSARY SKILLS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A keen interest in serving children of all ages and abilities in a collaborative, team-based environment where no BCBA is an “island”;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time and to follow through on commitments made;
• Willingness to accept constructive feedback for both professional development and in the improvement of clinical skills and treatment plans;
• Strong inter-personal skills to build professional relationships with clients, co-workers, Medicaid case managers, and other involved community members;
• Ability to build rapport and a positive, professional relationship with families and other client caregivers from diverse backgrounds;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance to travel between clients within Northern Michigan;
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions). These demands include frequent standing, walking, and sitting; reaching with hands and arms to climb or balance; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Required: Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and an Active certification status with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB);
• Preferred: Prior experience in working with children diagnosed with autism.