Board Certified Behavior Analyst

State of Utah; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Stability

Career Growth

Meaningful Work

Supportive Environment

Job summary

Utah State Developmental Center seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to assess behavior function, develop and oversee behavior support plans, and supervise staff within a residential campus setting.

Candidates should have BCBA certification, experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, and strong data-analysis and communication skills to guide treatment decisions and trainings.

Qualifications

• BCBA certification required and ongoing maintenance.
• At least 1 year experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments to understand root causes of behaviors.
• Develop individualized behavior support plans.
• Create and maintain data systems to track client progress.

Skills

BCBA Certification

Disability experience

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Education

Board Certified Behavior Analyst credential

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

FT / PT Status– Full-Time

Salary– $33.14 - $49.70 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office– In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline– Continuous until filled *

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day Responsibilities Of This Position

• Conduct functional behavior assessments to understand the root causes of behaviors
• Develop individualized behavior support plans based on the functional behavior assessment
• Create and maintain data systems, including regularly collecting data to track client progress and to make adjustments as needed
• Work collaboratively with team members and family members
• Support other members on the behavior health team
• Provide behavioral training
• Provide or oversee supervision for behavioral staff as needed
• Ensure behavior support plans follow ethical guidelines, relevant regulations, and in accordance with best practices
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in applied behavior analysis
• Assist team in crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed
• Supervise fieldwork hours for BCBA/RBT certification

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Certified as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• 1 year experience working with individuals with intellectual or other developmental disabilities

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Strong foundation in applied behavioral analysis
• Strong skills in data systems; including data collection, analysis, presentation, and using data to inform treatment
• Flexible and adaptable team member
• Collaborate across the interdisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Google and Microsoft applications
• Experience in developing and implementing effective behavior support plans
• Experience in conducting thorough and efficient functional behavior assessment
• Ability to create and provide effective training
• Experience in supervising behaviorists or RBTs

About The Role

The Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) at USDC work closely with other team members to provide and improve behavioral health support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, some of whom also have mental health illnesses. BCBAs at USDC work in a holistic residential campus setting to conduct functional behavior assessments and to develop and revise behavior support plans using applied behavior analysis principles. They also train staff members on behavior support plans and effective behavior management, including crisis prevention and intervention. BCBAs also provide supervision.

Location

895 N 900 E

American Fork, Utah, 84003

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].