Board Certified Behavior Analyst

The Auve Center; Hawthorne (NJ); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Auve Center is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for a hybrid role in Hawthorne, NJ. The position supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through assessments, behavior support plans, and data-driven progress tracking.

The BCBA will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, train staff, and provide caregiver education, ensuring compliant, person-centered supports in daily programming and community activities.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification and BACB ethical compliance.
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field.
• Experience with adults with IDD in day habilitation or community-based settings.
• Strong data collection and analysis to monitor progress.
• Ability to train and coach direct support staff.
• Bilingual skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments.
• Develop individualized behavior support plans.
• Monitor progress using data-driven methods.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to integrate strategies into day programming and community activities.
• Provide staff training and coaching on behavior management and reinforcement procedures.
• Deliver caregiver and family education.
• Update documentation to meet NJ DDD and ethical standards.
• Participate in case reviews to ensure effective supports.

Skills

BCBA certification

Behavior analysis

Staff training

Data analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Bilingual (asset)

Documentation

Strong communication

Education

Master's degree (ABA/Psychology/Special Education)

Job description

Role: BCBA

Hybrid: 2x a week wfh

Type: Full time or Contract

Salary: $95,000-$100,000 / $87/hr

Company Description

The Auve Center is a New Jersey DDD-approved provider located in Hawthorne, NJ, supporting adults ages 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization offers Day Habilitation, Occupational Therapy, Community Inclusion Services, Individual Supports, and Respite Care tailored to individual interests, abilities, and support needs. Programming focuses on life skills, independence, vocational development, creative arts, technology, cooking, fitness, social activities, and community outings. The Auve Center serves individuals in NJ DDD Tiers C-E, including those with medical and behavioral support needs, and provides bilingual services and transportation. The team is committed to creating opportunities for adults with disabilities to learn, connect, build confidence, and enjoy new experiences in a supportive environment.

Role Description

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will provide behavior analytic services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a contract, hybrid role based in Hawthorne, NJ, with some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting functional behavior assessments, developing individualized behavior support plans, and monitoring progress using data-driven methods. The BCBA will collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to integrate behavior strategies into day programming and community activities, and provide staff training and coaching on behavior management and reinforcement procedures. The role includes delivering caregiver and family education, updating documentation to meet NJ DDD and ethical standards, and participating in case reviews to ensure effective, person-centered supports.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Behavior Analysis and Applied Behavior Analysis, with the ability to design and implement evidence-based interventions.
• Knowledge of Psychology and Behavior Management principles to support individuals with varying behavioral and medical needs.
• Experience with Parent Education and caregiver training to promote consistent implementation of behavior support plans.
• Active BCBA certification and compliance with BACB ethical guidelines.
• Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably in day habilitation or community-based settings.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and documentation skills; ability to train and coach direct support staff.
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field.
• Availability to work in a hybrid capacity from Hawthorne, NJ, with reliable transportation for on-site services.
• Bilingual skills (especially in commonly spoken languages in the community) are an asset.