Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Orange-Grove-Center-Inc; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $2,500

$500 after 90 days

$1,000 after 6 months

$1,000 after 1 year

Job summary

Orange Grove Center is seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to develop and monitor individualized behavior support plans across residential, school, and community settings.

You will conduct functional assessments, train staff, provide clinical consultation, and lead program development for PSR and IOP, ensuring ethical, person-centered practices and positive outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Behavior Analysis or related field required.
• Current BCBA certification required.
• Tennessee DIDD approved BA credential required.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized behavior support plans and monitor progress.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments and risk analyses.
• Train and coach staff on behavior-analytic strategies and data collection.
• Provide clinical consultation and crisis intervention guidance.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, and other professionals.
• Lead program development for PSR and IOP, including budgeting and staff supervision.
• Ensure compliance with funding-source requirements and documentation standards.
• Support safety initiatives and crisis response procedures.
• Communicate clinical information clearly to diverse teams.

Skills

BCBA credential

Behavior analysis

Staff training

Clinical consultation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s in Behavior Analysis

BCBA Certification

Tennessee DIDD Approved BA

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Support Positive Change. Make a Lasting Impact.Are you a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who is passionate about helping individuals thrive? Join Orange Grove Center and use your expertise to develop meaningful behavior support strategies, empower staff, and improve the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.At Orange Grove Center, you’ll collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team to promote positive outcomes, strengthen support systems, and help individuals build skills that support greater independence and success at home, at school, at work, and in the community. Here’s an Extra Reason to Join Our Team!$2,500 Hiring Bonus$500 after 90 days$1,000 after 6 months$1,000 after 1 yearHiring bonus payments are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.Position SummaryThe Board-Certified Behavior Analyst develops, implements, and monitors individualized behavior support plans for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across residential programs, family homes, day programs, school settings, and community environments.This role conducts behavioral assessments, provides clinical consultation, trains and supports staff, and collaborates with families and interdisciplinary professionals to promote positive behavior, personal growth, safety, and quality of life.The BCBA also provides leadership and oversight for Orange Grove Center’s Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), supporting program development, curriculum quality, participant progress, budgeting, and staff supervision.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop Individualized Behavior Support Plans: Design, implement, and monitor evidence-based behavior support plans that address individual needs and promote positive outcomes across service settings.Conduct Behavioral Assessments: Complete appropriate functional behavior assessments and analyses, risk assessments, preference assessments, and reinforcer assessments to guide individualized interventions.Train and Empower Staff: Provide training and ongoing coaching to staff on behavior analysis principles, data collection, implementation of support strategies, crisis plans, and behavior support plans.Provide Clinical Consultation: Offer technical assistance and guidance regarding behavioral support needs, respond to behavior-related crises as needed, and help staff implement effective, consistent interventions.Collaborate Across Teams: Participate in COS/ISP meetings and coordinate care with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and other interdisciplinary team members. Attend outside appointments with individuals when needed.Promote Staff Development: Participate in Video Training Reinforcement and other training initiatives that strengthen staff knowledge, confidence, and consistency in implementing behavior support strategies.Maintain Compliance and Documentation: Follow applicable funding-source requirements, organizational policies, and professional standards. Maintain appropriate assessment, treatment, and progress documentation.Support Safety and Crisis Response: Provide appropriate assistance during crisis situations in accordance with approved training, safety protocols, and organizational procedures.Lead Program Development: Oversee the development and continued growth of Orange Grove Center’s Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), including curriculum development, program quality, participant progress, and budgeting.Provide Program Supervision: Supervise the PSR and IOP Coordinator and support effective program operations, staff development, and service delivery.Work Independently and Collaboratively: Communicate clinical information clearly and provide practical instruction to individuals and staff with varying educational backgrounds and literacy levels.Perform other duties as assigned.Master’s in Behavior Analysis or related field, Tennessee DIDD Approved BA (required).Current Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst (BCBA).Ability to conduct behavioral assessments and develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior support plans.Strong clinical judgment, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and staff-training skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.Ability to provide consultation, staff supervision, and support in a variety of service settings.Commitment to ethical, person-centered practices and positive outcomes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.